Disassemble, clean, disinfect, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilize, and distribute sterile instruments and supplies used in the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department, and throughout the hospital;
perform chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment.
Essential Functions :
- Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment
- Inspect instrumentation for cleanliness and proper functioning
- Assemble surgical instruments and kits utilizing kit assembly information
- Package, wrap, and prepare kit / instrument loads for sterilization
- Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment
- Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment
- Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other department
- Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner
- Pick supplies and / or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon specific preference card
- Stock adult and pediatric code carts, intubation boxes, and latex allergy bin
- Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor
- Utilize a variety of computer system
- Assist in the training of new staff and volunteer
- Other duties as necessary
Qualifications
Job Knowledge and Skills :
- Demonstrates proper preparation of instruments for sterilization
- Practices proper techniques for all biological testing of sterilizer
- Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of steam sterilization and associated record-keeping
- Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of Sterrad sterilization and associated record-keeping
- Practices proper technique for cleaning, disinfecting, and decontamination of instrumentation
- Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of utilizing the endoscope processor and associated record-keeping
- Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of cleaning and disinfecting flexible scope
- Demonstrates understanding of the distribution systems utilized by the department
- Demonstrates the proper utilization of the computer system
- Demonstrates the procedures for providing cases to the Operating Room
- Participates in department quality improvement / performance improvement processe
Education :
- High school diploma or equivalent education required
- Effective written and verbal communications skills required
- Completion of Central Processing Technology Course required
Experience :
One year Central Supply / Central Processing experience preferred
Licenses, Certifications and / or Registrations :
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (C.R.C.S.T.) required
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