What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician position at Surgery Partners Brand?
Cleans and assembles instruments according to prescribed procedures and techniques. Must be able to lift heavy trays and deal with sharp instruments in addition to being capable of pulling heavy carts. Must be able to perform sterilization, read cultures and document appropriately.
*Responding to emergency supply requests during surgical procedures
*Maintaining accurate records of when items undergo sterilization
*Monitoring temperature and humidity conditions within storage areas
- Extensive knowledge of the best practices for infection control, hazardous waste disposal and emergency preparedness
- Keen attentiveness to detail to monitor working conditions, inspect equipment and oversee the decontamination process
- Organizational skills to efficiently fulfill supply requests
- Familiarity with a wide range of surgical instruments, medical devices and equipment
- Dexterity to operate equipment used for decontamination and sterilization
- Ability to remain stationary and upright during a shift and to move items that weigh up to 25 pounds
- Strong oral and written communication skills to interact with members of the care team and keep accurate records
Benefits:
- 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!
Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
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.
