Sterile Processing Technician - Joint Spine Sterile Process Evenings

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• Disassembles, cleans, and disinfects instruments and equipment used for patient care utilizing correct manual and mechanical processes.
• Operates equipment used in the decontamination process, i.e. sonic washer, cart washers, washer sterilizers and decontaminators.
• Performs cleaning tasks in work area as assigned.
• Uses universal precautions when working in decontamination area (i.e., gloves, face shields, protective gown).
• Makes rounds throughout the facility to retrieve reusable instruments and equipment and transports back to the Sterile Processing Department.

• Unloads instruments from washer sterilizers and distributes to appropriate workstations.
• Assembles instrument trays and packs utilizing written instructions and proper protocol.
• Checks for sharpness and proper functioning of instruments.
• Recognizes and memorizes a large variety of instruments.
• Applies sterilization wrappers properly to maintain the integrity of the contents.
• Utilizes heat sealer on packs as needed.
• Each item is identified correctly on the outside packaging of each item.
• Loads sterilizer carriage and transports trays to sterilization area.

• Checks trays, packs, and basins on sterilizer carriage making certain that correct procedures have been utilized.
• Able to operate each type of sterilizer. Selects correct cycle and time period required for specified load.
• Knowledgeable of all methods of sterilization (i.e., Sterrad, Steam).
• Accurately documents all sterilization information. This can be completed manually or through the use of a computer.
• Biological monitoring is completed per departmental policy.
• Sterile instruments and supplies are handled properly and restocked in sterile storage area. All items are rotated as required.
• All equipment is continuously monitored to ensure it is functioning properly.

• Surgical preference lists are obtained from computer to pull supplies for each case.
• Location of instruments and supplies are labeled to increase efficiency.
• Performs quality control final check before items leave the department.
• Procedural carts used are restocked, stored, or returned to appropriate area.

• Fulfills requests from the OR and Pre‑op/PACU when requested.
• Assists with one‑on‑one training of other associates.
• Responds to emergency codes when required.
• Follows instructions and departmental guidelines regarding sterility.
• Attends departmental‑in‑services and mandatory meetings.
• Knowledgeable of all areas in the Sterile Processing Department.
• Acts as a liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and all customers and communicates in a courteous manner.
• Makes effective use of time and is able to distinguish between low and high priority activities.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years Central Service experience required.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) preferred, must be obtained within the first year of hire.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Health Care Provider