Major Responsibilities:

• Assembles general and specialty instruments and sets
• Decontamination of General and Specialty instruments and sets
• Department Leadership
• Implementation of Quality Improvement Ideas to Enhance Operation and Team Function

Education/Experience Required:

• High school diploma or GED 3 years experience in Sterile Processing Some prior leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Ability to Communicate and Follow Directions Good Human Relations Skills Basic computer knowledge skills
• CRCST (or other equivalent certification)

Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Heavy lifting: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Job responsibilities involve long periods of standing and walking. Frequent contact with blood and body fluids. Ability to respond quickly to emergency situation with full motor function. Strength and dexterity to handle sterilization equipment and supplies. Ability to adjust work schedule when need arises (i.e., illness/vacation of other staff members). Ability to work under time constraints in stressful situations. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate both verbally and written with multiple levels of personnel ie, OR, Nursing, Administration, students, vendors and visitors. Ability to adjust to change in processes and procedures based on the demand of the department.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.