What are the responsibilities and job description for the STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN-PDN(AS NEEDED) position at Jefferson Regional Med Ctr?
Hours: Mon - Fri, Varies, plus stand by and call back
Minimum Skills Required: High School Diploma or equivalent. Adequate verbal communication skills to interact with co-workers and other healthcare members. Able to multitask efficiently. Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, with excellent critical thinking, decision-making and communication skills.
Preferred Requirements: 1-year experience in health care facility or industrial warehouse distribution/inventory or surgical processing technician. Familiarity with surgical supplies and medical terminology.
Under the direction of the SPD Manager, a sterile processing technician is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing and assembling medical instruments and equipment and ensures all instruments are sterilized and properly stored, organized and readily available for surgical procedures. Additionally they maintain detailed records of sterilization process and follow strict safety protocols to prevent contamination. This position plays a crucial role in preventing infections and ensures patient safety in the operating room.
Safety Sensitive Position: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death.
