SMH Allied Sterile Processing Tech - Nights

Details

Client Name

URMC Strong Memorial Hospital

Job Type

Travel

Offering

Allied

Profession

Sterile Processing

Specialty

Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Job ID

34525344

Job Title

SMH Allied Sterile Processing Tech - Nights

Weekly Pay

$1151.5

Shift Details

Shift

Day - 8x5 - 09AM

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Order Details

Start Date

11 / 10 / 2025

End Date

02 / 07 / 2026

Duration

13 Week(s)

Job Description

Job Title : Allied Sterile Processing Tech

Profession : Sterile Processing Technician

Specialty : Sterile Processing

Duration : 13 Weeks

Shift : Nights

Hours per Shift : 5x8.0

Experience : Minimum of 3 years

License : Certified Sterile Processor

Certifications : BLS

Must-Have :

• Certified Sterile Processor (HSPA or CBSPD)
• BLS
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician
• Large hospital experience (at least 500 beds)
• Must have travel experience (6 months)
• Two professional references from the last two experiences

Description :

The Department of Sterile and Materials Processing is a state-of-the-art instrument processing and sterilizing facility.

The Sterile Processing Department assists in the decontamination, High Level Disinfection (HLD), assembling, sterilization, and distribution of clean and sterile surgical instruments, trays, and pans.

These functions are accomplished using advanced decontamination, HLD, and sterilization equipment.

Instruments, trays, and pans are assembled, processed, and distributed to surgical suites and clinics.

These items are tracked by a bar code system.

Machines and equipment used include sterilizers, heat sealers, ultrasonic washer, aerator, utensil washer, cart wash, steris units, hand and power tools, calibration instruments, and repair equipment.

Responsibilities include :

Inspecting, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instruments, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts.

Selecting the method of packaging and sterilization while consulting with the Processing Manager as needed.

Examining surgical instrumentation for cleanliness and proper assembly and function.

Assembling instrument sets ensuring the appropriate number and type of instruments per software program protocols.

Handling instruments appropriately to ensure sterilization.

Completing count and supply sheets to document the contents of the tray.

Following established procedures to package and wrap trays and instruments to guarantee sterilization.

Operating steam sterilizers in accordance with established procedures by checking time, pressure, and temperature gauges frequently.

Loading and unloading sterilizers and placing items on shelves for distribution.

Performing simple maintenance of sterilizers, such as cleaning drain baskets.

Assuring sterility is achieved by preparing cultures, reviewing test packs processed, interpreting results, and completing required documentation.

Checking and adjusting medical equipment according to specific procedures to ensure instruments and equipment operate according to specifications prior to issuing.

Sending all equipment not meeting specifications to the appropriate area for repair.

Decontaminating surgical instruments and equipment following established procedures and preventing cross-contamination.

Setting up decontamination equipment for operation, cleaning, and disinfecting equipment and the work area upon completion of the shift, and handling infectious waste and linen according to established protocol to ensure continuous workflow and compliance with department, legal, and regulatory standards.

Receiving and storing supplies from vendors and hospital areas; checking stock as it is received against requisitions and documenting stock received.

Reporting discrepancies and assisting in maintaining par levels of inventory.

Documenting and filling orders for surgical supplies for patient care areas and delivering supplies when warranted.

Maintaining records of equipment inventory use, frequency of servicing, and equipment not meeting specifications that are referred for repair.

Being responsible for quality assurance on all sterile supplies and instruments.

Performing daily quality assurance checks on stock levels, sterility dates, and the accuracy of procedure carts.

Being responsible for critical documentation such as biologicals and sterilizer load sheets.

Client Details

Address

601 Elmwood Ave

City

Rochester

State

NY

Zip Code

14642

Job Board Disclaimer

By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text HELP for more info, or STOP to unsubscribe.

Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.