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is seeking to hire a Sterile Processing Tech for our client in Saint Louis, MO!
Benefits Available!
Weekly Pay!
$41.37 / Hour
Shift Details : 7 : 00 PM - 7 : 00 AM
EXPERIENCE
Years of Experience One Year Plus
Specialty : OR
CERTIFICATIONS
CSPT - preferred
CRCST - preferred
Description :
The Sterile Process Technician follows a robust series of processes in instrument decontamination, sanitization and sterilization under general supervision ensuring all equipment is free of bioburden
Maintaining a high set of standards and procedures the instrument technician maintains, tests and assembles equipment in support of the central sterile processing to support all areas of the hospital
Our instrument technicians work as a part of a team with focus being on prioritization of instrumentation to process, customer service and dispatching inventory to the appropriate areas in a timely and accurate manner
Duties Include but not limited to : Decontaminate, inspect, function test, assemble, disinfect or sterilize instrumentation as well as equipment per Manufacturer's Instructions for Use as required
The decontamination process involves disassembly of instrumentation, robust manually cleaning with multiple steps and various cleaning agents as well as the use of ultrasonic and washer disinfectors
Manufacturer Instructions for Use are followed
Prepare instrumentation for use by inspecting, function testing and assembling, labeling and preparing for sterilization
Equipment is also assembled and / or disassembled for use such as cords rolled neatly and / or other equipment separated into components
Follow count sheet instructions and Manufacturer Instructions for Use
Knows the name of all general surgical instruments and has a general knowledge of their use
Knows specialty instruments and can assemble and prepare specialty items
Prepare or Package equipment, instruments, supplies for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization
Instrumentation is packaged in Peel Packs, containers, or linen wrappers with chemical indicators for sterilization as required
Items are labeled with a lot control identifier
Sterilize instruments on loading carts or place items in the sterilizer neatly to allow the sterilant to come into contact with all surfaces
Manufacturer Instructions for Use are followed for sterilization parameters, etc
Knows how to properly operate all sterilizers
Involves general knowledge of the sterilizer operation, marking each item with a control sticker, recording items that are being sterilized, proper loading of the sterilizer cart or placement in the sterilizer, quality inspection after sterilizing and proper handling
Assures that all documentation, records and logs are accurate in a computer system and / or written form
Navigate and utilize Sterile Processing computer applications for Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization
Knows how to correctly test and operate Sterile Processing Equipment in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization
Ensures instruments, equipment and supplies are in good condition, functional and inspects or replaces damaged or broken items
Maintains repairs processes with Mercy items and works with contracted Vendors with their Vendor items
Properly dispatches instrumentation, supplies and equipment
This involves answering telephones, taking orders and filling them as well as troubleshooting questions
Pickup and delivery of instrumentation and equipment in accordance with infection control guidelines and our department / hospital policy
Proficient in all processes and areas of the Sterile Processing Department and follows department and hospital policies / procedures
Utilizes time in a productive manner Observes universal precautions consistently and wears proper personal protective equipment when appropriate
Wears clothing and Health System badge consistent with dress code, and attends to personal hygiene to maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance
Meets Health System attendance standards
Performs other duties as directed.
Last updated : 2024-06-18
Full Time
$34k-43k (estimate)
06/10/2024
06/20/2024
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