Sterile Tech

JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The Central Service Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by Central Service. The employee must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of accepting pressure assignments, clerical assignments and other duties relative to the department. They must maintain a high degree of confidentiality and support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensures proper operating of autoclave units prior to use on a daily basis
• Responsible for ensuring biological and chemical tests at beginning of every day shift if assigned and record results in appropriate log
• Inspects gas and steam autoclaves for visible signs of malfunction
• Processes contaminated instruments and supplies returned to Central Service
• Uses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilization
• Processes all items appropriately following manufacturer's instructions
• Assists with training and in-services for new and long term employees
• Applies aseptic technique in daily work assignments.
• Stores supplies and equipment in appropriate location