Sterile Processing Technician

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. STERILE PROCESSING PTO Code E - 37-40 Hr Week Bend, OR, US Salary Range: $25.24 To $42.05 Hourly Job Description Job Summary: Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the cleaning, packaging, sterilizing and storing of supplies, instruments and equipment. Supervisory Responsibilities: Does not oversee other staff. Duties/Responsibilities: Prepares supplies, instruments and equipment for sterilization Cleans each item according to manufacturer’s instructions and inspects to ensure each item is in good working condition Sorts and arranges items into proper trays and wraps trays and individual items Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date Operates autoclave, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing sterile instruments Maintains adequate inventory of sterile items Performs inventory of supplies and replenish as necessary Assists in maintaining records of all instruments, equipment and sterilization processes Maintains and updates the instrument tray inventory list Maintains order and cleanliness of the Sterile Processing Area Adheres to safety policies and practices good body mechanics and ergonomics Follows all rules and regulations for PHI and HIPAA protections of patient information Follows all policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, attendance, timeliness, and safeguarding confidential information Reports incidents in a timely manner Promotes patient and employee safety and communicates concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command Attends in-service programs as requested Performs other related duties as directed Required Skills/Abilities: Advanced knowledge of infection control, decontamination, and sterilization techniques Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and equipment use and care Detail oriented Ability to multitask and work effectively and efficiently in high pressure situations Must have excellent communication skills with demonstrated interpersonal verbal and written communication skills Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English Basic Math skills required Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent is required Central Service Technician (CST), Sterile Processing Technician (SPT), Surgical Technologist certification, other related certification or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment Physical requirements: Never Seldom 1-5% Occasional 6-33% Frequent 34-66% Sit X Stand X Walk X Kneel X Twist X X Reach X Keyboarding X Fine Manipulation Manipulation X Lift/Carry Never Seldom 1-5% Occasional 6-33% Frequent 34-66% 1-10 lbs.. X 11-20 lbs. x 21-50 lbs. x X xX Push/Pull Never Seldom 1-5% Occasional 6-33% Frequent 34-66% 1-10 lbs. X X x 11-20 lbs. X 21-50 lbs. X **Lifting more that 50lbs requires an assistive device and or additional physical assistance. Determination of employee exposure risk Category I (Ex: Environmental Service, Staff Nurses, Surgical/OR Support Techs, Endoscopy Techs) Tasks that involve the exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues: All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, bodily fluids, or splashes on these surfaces are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks. *Position is a full-time, closing shift position (11 am -7:30 pm) * Stated salary in posting is the full salary range. Hiring salary cap is limited to mid-point of $31.97 per hour/ $33.47 with CRCST certification. Closing shift will add an additional $2.00 per hour differential to stated wage. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bend Surgery Center