Sterile Processing Technician

Bariatric Practice OpportunityOur award-winning Bariatric Practice is based on providing exemplary customer service, while assisting patients to achieve their weight loss goals. With the support of our employees and our team of skilled bariatric surgeons, we use innovative systems to successfully get our patients on the path to improved health. We serve patients in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.Every day is an opportunity to grow and provide better outcomes at every level. Whether your interests lie as medical staff, administrative, facilities or marketing, every individual plays an important part in our success and the success of our patients. We are a fast-paced growing practice that is always looking for new talent and great employees to enhance our team.You will serve patients daily in a multitude of ways:Compensation is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience.ResponsibilitiesMaintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment)Adheres to sterilization process policies and proceduresCleans each item according to manufacturer's instructionsInspects instruments under microscope for damage and defects; lubricates items as requiredDetermines whether each item is in good working conditionSorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedureWraps trays and individual items according to established policy/procedureAccurately labels each item with name and expiration dateCorrectly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed)Checks equipment indicators for proper functioningPerforms required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedureMaintains availability of recording supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization processMaintains inventory levels and accurate recordsPerforms weekly inspections of all sterile items in facilityChecks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessaryPlaces items in correct locationMaintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing areaMaintains/updates the instrument tray inventory listAccurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sourcesQualificationsRequiredHigh school diploma or GED certificateStrong ethical and moral character referencesTraining/courses in sterile technique, sterilization of instrumentsPreferredSterile processing technician experience