Sterile Processing Technician

Job Summary Generalakeun Requirements

• Employee will adhere to dress code, appearance is always neat and clean
• Employee will complete successfully all annual education requirements
• Employee will maintain all professional/regulatory requirements
• Employee will maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Employee will report to work on time and as scheduled, and will complete work within the designated time
• Employee will wear identification while on duty
• Employee will use computerized punch time system correctly
• Employee completes all in-services and returns them in a timely fashion
• Employee will attend annual review and department in-services, as scheduled
• Employee will make best efforts to attend all staff meetings
• Employee will represent Novi Surgery Center in a positive and professional manner
• Employee will participate in Performance Improvement and Quality Improvement activities
• Employee will comply with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices
• Employee will communicate the mission, ethics and goals of Novi Surgery Center

• Wash/decontaminate and assure presence of all instrumentation in trays. Process and correctly label all instruments and trays
• Prepare for safe processing and storage of small or peel‑pouched supplies
• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, high‑level disinfectants, and processing methods according to AORN and AAMI standards and manufacturer recommendations for all types of instruments and equipment utilized at Novi Surgery Center
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• Demonstrate proficiency in utilization of equipment such as autoclave, steris, and ultrasonic cleaner in accordance with AORN and AAMI standards, Novi Surgery Center’s policies and procedures registry manufacturer’s recommendations. Demonstrate ability to process instruments efficiently and properly between cases and at end of schedule
• Perform immediate use steam sterilization, as needed
• Return sterile trays, instruments, and equipment to their proper storage location after processing
• Regularly check trays, instrumentation and sterile equipment for્યાર and sterile package integrity
• Communicate instrument and disposable restocking needs with Materials Manager
• Perform daily/weekly quality assurance testing and maintain documentation/logs
• Assure all expired sterilization products are disposed of properly when outdated
• Act as a resource person to staff regarding instrumentation and processing equipment and techniques
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines for universal precautions for exposure to blood and body fluids at all times, using appropriate personal protective equipment and sharps handling. Follow AORN recommended practices and Novi Surgery Center policies and procedures at all times

• High school diploma / GED (Associate’s Degree preferred)
• Certification in sterile processing (preferred)
• One to two years of sterile processing experience (preferred)
• Prior knowledge of working with, cleaning, and processing surgical instrumentation and equipment
• Prior experience working with an instrument tray system and sterile wrapping techniques (single and double wrapping and peel pouches)
• Recognition of instrumentation and familiarity with medical terminology
• Organized, self‑motivated individual with sense of urgency who is capable of working independently and prioritizing work
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

• Basic computer knowledge

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care