Travel Endoscope Reprocessing Technician - $1,415 per week

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel Special Procedure Technician for a travel job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Special Procedure Technician
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025
• Duration : 14 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 10 hours, nights
• Employment Type : Travel

The Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) is responsible for the cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of medical instruments, equipment, and supplies to ensure they are safe for patient use in various healthcare settings. This role is crucial to maintaining infection control and supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality healthcare. The SPT ensures that all instruments, equipment, and supplies meet the required safety standards, are properly sterilized, and are ready for surgical procedures or patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Decontamination and Cleaning

Clean and disinfect medical instruments and equipment according to established protocols, including manual and machine-assisted cleaning methods.

Sterilization and Preparation

Operate sterilization equipment, including autoclaves, steam sterilizers, and chemical sterilizers, following correct sterilization processes and guidelines.

Inventory Management

Maintain an organized inventory of sterilized instruments, equipment, and supplies, ensuring items are readily available for use in operating rooms, clinics, and patient care units.

Instrument and Equipment Inspection

Perform thorough inspections of instruments and equipment for functionality, damage, or wear, reporting any issues to appropriate personnel.

Record Keeping and Compliance

Document the cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes for each batch of equipment, ensuring accuracy in records and compliance with hospital policies and industry standards.

Safety and Infection Control

Follow infection control protocols to prevent cross-contamination, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), gloves, masks, and gowns.

Team Collaboration and Communication

Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including surgeons, nurses, and other sterile processing staff, to ensure timely and effective processing of surgical instruments and equipment.

Continuous Education and Training

Stay updated on the latest sterilization techniques, infection control standards, and industry best practices.

Magnet Medical Job ID #34380113. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Processing Tech