What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Tech position at Thomas Memorial-HRIS?
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the manager of Sterile Processing, the Sterile Processing Technician (C ST) is responsible for the careful cleaning,
sterilizing, processing and distribution of various instruments and equipment necessary for the Operating Room and all other units throughout
the hospital.
EDUCATION
High school graduate or equivalent required.
Previous training in a Sterile Processing or Operating Room Technician course or experience in Sterile Processing or surgical setting preferred,
but will train.
LICENSURE
N / A
EXPERIENCE
N / A
CERTIFICATION
Preferred that the Sterile Processing Technician will attempt to obtain certification within two years of hire date.
COMPUTER / TYPING / MATH SKILLS
N / A
JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Must possess good oral communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills required.
Must be able to write legibly.
HOURS OF WORK
Must be able to work scheduled hours as dictated by business needs including flexing up and down to volume demand.
POPULATION SERVED
Applicable Populations Served for this Position - None Applicable
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure is Rare, Frequent, Continual or Not Applicable
Toxic / C austic C hemicals or Detergents - Frequent
Extreme C onditions, Hot or C old - Rare
Dust / Fumes / Gasses - Frequent
Moving Mechanical Parts - Frequent
Potential Electric Shock - Rare
X-Ray or Other Electromagnetic Energy - Rare
High Pitched Noises - Rare
Needles or Other Sharp Objects - Rare
Blood or Body Fluids Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) - Frequent
C ommunicable Disease (Tuberculosis, Meningitis, etc) - Frequent
Unprotected Heights - Rare
C RT (C omputer) Monitor - Frequent
Frequent Repetitive Motions - Frequent
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Use is Rare, Frequent, Continual, or Not Required
Respirator; Breathing Equipment - Frequent
Eye Protection - Frequent
Head C overing - Continual
Hearing Protection - Rare
Hand Protection - Frequent
Body Protection - Frequent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and / or greater than negligible up
to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Initial and continuing education, including OSHA / Universal Precautions as listed in the Education Guidelines will be provided to all employees.
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