Sterile Processing Technician, PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Note: This position is PRN.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the daily activities and operations of the Sterile Processing Room within the Operating Room to provide sterile instruments and supplies in accordance with professional standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions Statement(s)

1. Possesses knowledge of sterile techniques, instrumentation, identification and use, and understands the importance of infection prevention

2. Ensures equipment is cleaned, inspected, tested, and maintained according to principles of sterile technique, thereby consistently maintaining instrumentation and documentation needed for caseload

3. Troubleshoots problems related to equipment, supplies, and service. Takes appropriate corrective action when a break in technique occurs and informs the appropriate personnel

4. Exercises caution when using chemicals/cleaning fluids that are toxic or caustic and ensures that solid/infectious waste is collected and delivered to the collection area in a timely manner in accordance with MSDS and OSHA regulations

5. Monitors operative schedule and communicates with vendors and representatives to ensure required supplies and implants are available for continuity of provision of services

6. Responsible for maintaining State and Federal sterility paperwork and other needed documentation to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

7. Regular and predictable attendance

8. Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others

9. Performs all other duties as assigned

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education :

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience :

1 year of sterile processing experience required.

Orthopaedic surgery experience preferred.

Knowledge of methods and procedures for contamination control.

Knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies.

Certifications :

Certified Sterile Processor Certification required and must be maintained.

BLS certification required.

Campbell Clinic Benefit Summary:

Campbell Clinic offers a lucrative benefit package to support employees and their families.

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• HRA Option
• Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance Option
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Plan Matching + Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays

ADA Disclaimer : In developing this job, description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled