What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician position at Tech Observer?
Job Summary: -Under general supervision, performs routine tasks relating to the decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, equipment and sterile supplies.
- -Operates and monitors cleaning/sterilization equipment.
- -Maintains records in compliance with AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, and OSHA standards. -Other duties as assigned.
- -Collects, sorts, cleans, disinfects and inspects instruments, supplies and durable medical equipment. -Inspects, assembles, wraps, and labels surgical instruments, procedural trays for sterilization and storage.
- -Operates, maintains, tests, and documents use of sterilizing and cleaning/disinfecting equipment.
- -Able to identify correct cleaning and sterilization methods for items being processed. -Complies and maintains accurate related records in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.
- -Performs and documents biological monitoring of all sterilizing equipment.
- -Able to follow protocol for failed biological.
- -Ensures that aseptic techniques are used at all times in handling preparation and storage of sterile reusable and disposable supplies.
- -Maintains a sanitary, safe and clean environment in the Sterile Processing Department. -Delivers processed supplies and equipment to designated departments within the hospital, may apply. -Assists in the Endoscopy reprocessing department, may apply.
- -Participates in training and orientation of new employees.
- -Reports faulty equipment, safety concerns and deficiencies to Sterile Processing Leadership.
Required Skills & Experience: -Ability to read and write is necessary to comprehend and follow equipment operating instructions, IFUs, and complete required documentation. -Basic arithmetic calculations necessary to count instruments. -Basic computer skills are required. -Problem-solving and good communication skills.
Preferred Skills & Experience: -One year of related healthcare experience.
Education: Required Education: -High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education: -Successful completion of Central Sterile coursework.
Certifications & Licensure: -Certification-Sterile Processing.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Menomonee Falls, WI 53051: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $37
