Sterile Processing Tech

Title

Sterile Processing Technician

Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

• Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in decontamination, inspection, cleaning, assembling and packaging of medical/surgical material, including linen, instruments and equipment, according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterile and functioning supply of materials.
• Prepare trays for designated areas according to prescribed procedures; wrap and/or package items for specified areas according to prescribed procedures.
• Operate bar code instrument tracking system.
• Disassemble, clean, assemble and test specialty instrumentation and equipment for proper functioning.
• Differentiate between single-use and reusable items.
• Decontaminate and sterilize instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assemble, wrap and sterilize trays of instruments.
• Follow proper Standard Precautions while in decontamination and sterilization areas.
• Monitor biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
• Sort mismatched sets of instruments, trays, and medical equipment and make them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
• Restock, label and maintain inventory; submit requisitions; collect and distribute instruments, trays, crash carts and facility medical equipment.
• Perform environmental maintenance duties and assist in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and equipment storage areas.
• Verify that equipment functions properly; requisition for equipment maintenance, repair or replacement; remove defective equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Assist with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
• Communicate appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Standing for prolonged periods, frequent walking, reaching (overhead, repetition). Proficient communication, both auditory and verbal, with colleagues, vendors and surgeons. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Must have ability to lift, push or pull greater than 50 lbs. May be exposed to radiation, fumes, chemicals, cold, noise, blood and/or bodily fluids, infectious diseases.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• State licensure or certification as a Sterilization Technician, as required by state regulations or contract specifications.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in a fast‑paced operating room.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution.
• Life Insurance.
• PTO.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• And more!

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.

Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi‑cultural organization.