Laboratory Administrative Assistant Full Time Days

TOPS SURGICAL SPECIALTY HOSPITAL is a highly successful,15-bed acute care hospital committed to serving North Harris County and the surrounding communities. For the past 40 years TOPS has been dedicated to healthcare excellence. We do this one patient encounter at a time and strive to be the premier destination for breast imaging and surgical services for patients near and far.

Responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments.

• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
• Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures
• Inspects equipment / instruments for proper working condition
• Maintains equipment / instrumentation according to manufactures recommendations
• Accurately labels / dates sterilized equipment / instruments
• Maintains availability of instruments and equipment  to avoid delays
• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy
• Correctly operates decontamination equipment, autoclaves, Steris equipment
• Performs checks for outdated items or package integrity.
• Keeps instrument racks in organized manner
• Maintains adequate supplies for the sterile processing area Performs other tasks and duties as assigned in an efficient, effective and cost conscious manner, complying with USPIs policies, procedures and regulations.

Performs required biological chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to policy and procedure.

Required Skills

• Required
• 1. High school diploma or GED certification
• 2. Strong ethical and moral character references
• Preferred
• Sterile processing certification
• Two years hospital experience

Required Experience

Qualifications:

• Required
• 1. High school diploma or GED certification
• 2. Strong ethical and moral character references
• Preferred
• Sterile processing certification
• Two years hospital experience