Sterile Processing Technician Long Beach CA

Job Description

B. Key Responsibilities

• Must have practical knowledge of theory, principles, practice, and techniques of asepsis to prevent

the spread of infection.

operations as they relate to the resistance of microorganisms to external destructive agents such as

heat, and chemicals used for sterilization and High-Level Disinfection (HLD).

necessarily limited to :

Biological testing of sterilization efficacy utilizing commercially available incubated biological test

vials.

Chemical indicators, internal and external, used for identifying steam sterilization exposure.

Use, purpose, and correct interpretation of the Bowie-Dick test.

Interpretation and proper recording of results of all sterilization tests.

Must have a working knowledge of standard procedures for use of chemical sterilization such as

Sterrad, including, but not necessarily limited to :

Biological testing of sterilization efficacy utilizing commercially available incubated biological test

vials.

Chemical indicators, internal and external, are used for identifying sterilization exposure.

Processes for routine operator maintenance, including replenishment of sterilant cartridges.

Interpretation and proper recording of results of all sterilization tests.

Must have a working knowledge of standard procedures for use of HLD systems such as Medivator

Advantage, Trophon, and manual HLD utilizing Cidex OPA.

Must be aware of and capable of performing on a routine daily basis all testing and quality assurance

procedures associated with the use of these devices and chemicals.

Must have a good working knowledge of the availability, economics, use, operation, maintenance,

assembly, and disassembly of the full range of surgical supplies, instruments, equipment, and the

specific cleaning, sterilizing, and storage requirements of each.

Must possess a very broad knowledge of all types of surgical and clinical instrumentation. This

knowledge must include sufficient working knowledge to be able to identify damaged or broken

instruments and be able to find a suitable replacement item if available.

Knowledge of surgical specialty instrumentation must include a minimum of the following specialties :

General; including laparoscopic instrumentation.

GYN; including laparoscopic and hysteroscopic instrumentation.

Orthopedics; including arthroscopic instrumentation, total joint arthroplasty, fracture fixation, and

soft tissue procedures.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not

specifically listed above.

Qualifications : Qualifications

Basic Requirements / Certifications :

Education Required :

Physical Requirements :

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.