Sterile Processing Tech II - League ; Evenings

Position: Sterile Processing Tech II - League City (Evenings)
* REQUIRED

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

* * High school diploma or equivalent.

* Two (2) years related experience

* Current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
* or* Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification.

* JOB SUMMARY:

* Under general supervision, prepares, assembles, maintains, and transports surgical trays, instruments, and equipment following established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing.

* JOB DUTIES:

* * Instrumentation Decontamination:
* * Decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment as needed by keeping a continuous flow of equipment moving through the process.

* Records biological testing, immediate use sterilization load results, and all other data from all sterilizers on a daily basis.

* Utilizes appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and MSDS sheets.

* Requests manufacturer`s guidelines for proper decontamination of loaner instruments.

* Follows industry and hospital standards associated with the transport of contaminated instruments and equipment.

* Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the decontamination area.

* Instrumentation Assembly:
* * Inspects all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing the instruments before assembly.

* Assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings.

* Wraps or pouches items according to size and type of instrument or equipment.

* Interacts with customers to ensure prompt delivery of needed equipment.

* Maintains accurate instrument counts for all surgical sets to be assembled and informs supervisor of any discrepancies.

* Communicates any issues that arise with instrument preparation to the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Manager.

* Sterilization:
* * Sterilizes instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed policies and procedures.

* Challenges the sterilization process by using internal, external and biological monitoring systems appropriately.

* Monitors, reads, documents, and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to insure proper function and patient safety.

* Picks surgical case carts by following established Surgeon Preference Cards or Procedural Pick list / requisition.

* Case Carts & Supplies:
* * Assembles and distributes case carts per department policy.

* Picks surgical case carts by following established Surgeon Preference Cards or Procedural Pick list / requisition.

* Prepares surgical emergency case carts for emergent procedures.

* Distributes all sterile and non-sterile supplies upon request or case cart requisition.

* Orders and puts away supplies and linens upon request.

* In addition to the functions categorized above, the Sterile Processing Technician I:
* * Sanitizes the workstation at the end of each shift.

* Utilizes the Abacus Instrument/Equipment Tracking system per department protocol.

* Effectively communicates, verbally and in writing, with customers, peers, and visitors.

* Troubleshoots and resolves issues associated with instruments or equipment.

* Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

* MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS:
* * Issues or dispenses sterile supplies to the appropriate locations throughout the facility.

* Rotates trays and inventory to assure proper sterility guidelines are followed.

* Assumes charge responsibility in the absence of the supervisor or manager.

* Maintains appropriate quality records such as logs, sterilization records and count sheets.

* Performs related duties as assigned.

* Salary Range:
* Actual salary commensurate with experience.

* Work Schedule:

* Evenings/Nights/On Call

* Equal Employment Opportunity
* UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.