Sterile Processing Technician Senior - Redbank​/Liberty

Job Description

The role of the Sterile Processing Tech III is to deliver onsite training for the Sterile Processing Department while working with The Sterile Processing Educator. Communicating the needs of the educator, with up-to-date training, and education within the Sterile Processing Department team is a crucial part of this role.

Sterile Processing Tech III will participate in educational activities that support personnel, partners, and its customer.

Along with education responsibilities, Tech III will act as a Sterile Processing Technician.

This position requires a strong Sterile Processing background, interpersonal and communication skills, the demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as the ability to work independently to deliver solutions on time. Strong communication with all departments is necessary.

• Conduct onsite education utilization assessments for the Sterile Processing Department.
• Maintain and uphold the education modules, guidelines, and policies put in place by the Sterile Processing Educator and The Christ Hospital.
• As required, conduct onsite assessments for all onboarding and new team members.
• Upon request, participate in creation of educational resources, including but not limited to learning modules, quick reference guides, facilitated sessions, and assessment and training templates.
• Gain knowledge of equipment, products, and systems related to the sterile processing profession.
• Maintain knowledge of decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of trays, instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of governing standards relating to sterile processing.

• Unloads instruments from washer sterilizers and distributes to designated areas.
• Uses SPM to assemble trays according to standards and procedures identified.
• Follows manufacturer’s IFUs to assure proper reassembly is performed.
• Assembles selected trays and packs using written instructions and proper protocols and practices.
• Checks for sharpness and proper functioning of instruments.
• Recognizes and memorizes a large variety of instrumentation.
• Applies sterilization wrappers and rigid containers to properly maintain the integrity of the contents.
• Assemble loaner trays as based on the Casechek vendor tray tracking system.
• Use heat sealer on peel packs.
• Properly labels each item.

• Performs sterilization process using Steam and Sterrad sterilization. Is able to operate each type of sterilizer.
• Uses SPM to build sterilizer loads.
• Checks trays, packs, and basins on sterilizer carts to ensure all protocols and procedures have been followed.
• Monitors and documents biological and chemical indicator results that all sterilization parameters are met and documented. Accurately documents in SPM.
• Handles sterile items properly and restocked in the sterile storage area. Locations of sterile items is clearly labeled to increase efficiency.
• All equipment is continuously monitored to ensure it is functioning properly.

• Obtains surgical reference lists from Epic to build case carts.
• Collects items from shelves in sterile storage.
• Uses SPM to locate trays in the sterile storage area as well as those still needed on case carts.

• Disassembles (when necessary according to manufacturer IFU), cleans, and disinfects equipment used in patient care. Use proper cleaning products and disinfectants (i.e. brushes, sprays, wipes, etc.).
• Transports dirty equipment from soiled holding rooms in patient care areas to the decontamination room.ivers clean equipment to patient care areas as needed.
• Uses universal precautions when working in decontamination area (i.e. gloves, face shields, protective gowns, and boot covers).
• Inspects equipment for signs of wear and/or disrepair. Coordinates reporting to Clinical Engineering and Sterile Processing Supervisor/Manager.
• Uses SPM to track equipment.

• Assist with operations on assigned shifts, prioritizing requests and Operating Room needs as needed.
• Supports staff throughout…