Surgical Tech - Sterile Processing Evenings

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Job Description - Surgical Tech - Sterile Processing Full-Time Evenings (1611172)

Frye Regional Medical Center

• Sterilizes instruments, utensils, linens, and supplies using various types of autoclaves and loads autoclaves in the recommended manner
• Sets controls to specific time and temperature according to material being sterilized requirements and completes appropriate documentation records
• Based on posted schedule, prepares and assembles all instruments and procedure trays using content list as guide.
• Packages all items in appropriate wrapper or container
• Identifies each package appropriately with name of item, initials, and date
• Distributes sterilized items to appropriate storage area in a timely fashion
• Practices required standards of safe handling of instruments and supplies
• Maintains safe work environment and performs other related duties as required
• Participates in Peer Interviews and assists in orientation of new employees.

Note: For this position, you will work 8 hours, shift starts around 2PM

• Diploma from an accredited school of Surgical Technology; must acquire Certification in Central Sterile Processing within 1 year of employment.
• Minimum of one year of Sterile Processing experience in Hospital setting and minimum of one year Surgical Technology experience
• Must be able to take call, work independently, and prioritize work according to changes in OR cases and schedule.
• Must have excellent time management skills.
• Must exercise discretion in judgment when determining work flow and tray preparation.