Sterile Processing Tech Sterile Processing Tech

Pay rate ranges from $31.58 to $33.84 based on experience. Short Description:Evenings, weekends, holidays, on call/callback per unit needs40 hours/week

Complete Description:The Department of Sterile and Materials Processing is astate-of-the-art instrument processing and sterilizing facility. The SterileProcessing Department assists in the decontamination, High Level Disinfection(HLD), assembling, sterilization and distribution of clean and sterile surgicalinstruments, trays and pans. These functions are done by state of the artdecontamination, HLD and sterilization capital equipment. Instruments, traysand pans are assembled, processed, and distributed to 35 O.R Suites, AFC units,and clinics. These instruments, trays, and pans are tracked by Getinge s T-DOCbar code system.

MACHINESAND EQUIPMENT USED:

Sterilizers, heat sealers, ultrasonic washer, aerator, utensil washer, cartwash, steris units, hand and power tools, calibration instruments, repairequipment and parts.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrumentpans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts:selects method of packaging and sterilization consulting with ProcessingManager as needed, examines surgical instrumentation for cleanliness andproper assembly and function; assembles instrument sets ensuringappropriate number and type of instrument per ESI software programprotocols; handles instruments appropriately to ensure sterilization;completes count/supply sheets to document contents of tray; followsestablished procedures to package/wrap trays/instruments to guaranteesterilization.

• Operates steam sterilizers in accordance with establishedprocedures; checks time, pressure and temperature gauges frequently toattain and maintain proper levels; loads and unloads sterilizers andplaces items on shelves for distribution. Performs simplemaintenance of sterilizers such as cleaning drain baskets. Assuressterility is achieved by preparing cultures, reviewing test packsprocessed, interprets the results and completes required documentation.

• Checks and adjusts medical equipment according to specificprocedures to insure instruments and equipment are operating according tospecifications prior to issuing. Sends all equipment not meetingspecifications to appropriate area for repair.

• Decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment followingestablished procedures; prevents cross-contamination per establishedprocedures. Sets up decontamination equipment for operation, cleans anddisinfects equipment and work area upon completion of shift, and handlesinfectious waste and linen according to established protocol to ensurecontinuous workflow and compliance with department, legal, and regulatorystandards.

• Receives and stores supplies from outside vendors and Hospitalareas; checks stock as it is received against requisitions; documentsstock received and reports discrepancies; assists in maintaining parlevels of inventory. Documents and fills orders for surgical supplies forpatient care areas; delivers supplies when warranted. Maintains records ofequipment inventory use, frequency of servicing and equipment not meetingspecifications that are referred for repair.

• Responsible for quality assurance on all sterile supplies andinstruments. Performs daily quality assurance checks on stock levels,sterility dates, and accuracy of procedure carts. Responsible for criticaldocumentation such as biologicals and sterilizer load sheets.

MUST HAVES:

• Certified Sterile Processor (HSPA or CBSPD)

• BLS

• Minimum of 3 years of experience asSPT

• Large hospital experience (500bed plus)

• Must have travel experience (6months)

• 2 professional references fromlast two experience

Preferred:

Level 1 trauma center experience

Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER Cert)

Orthopedic tray experience

Behavior Characteristics:Skills| Skill | SkillTypeDescription | Duration | ExpertiseRatingDescription || Sterile Processing Certification | Required | 0 | || 3 years of Certified Sterile Processing Experience | Required | 2 Years | || BLS (American Heart Association ONLY) | Required | 0 | || Large Hospital Experience (at least 500 bed) | Required | 0 | || Two Professional References (1 from the last two assignments) | Required | 0 | || Travel SPT experience | Required | 6 Months | |