Sterile Processing Technician - Joint Spine Sterile Process - Full Time - Evenings

Job Description

Responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of trays, instruments, supplies, and equipment following all infection control practices. Responsible for dispensing equipment upon request. Maintains accurate records and departmental inventory usage. Responsible for case cart building and responds to requests from surgery.

Responsibilities

PERFORMS DECONTAMINATION FUNCTIONS :

• Disassembles, cleans, and disinfects instruments and equipment used for patient care utilizing correct manual and mechanical processes.
• Operates equipment used in the decontamination process, i.e. sonic washer, cart washers, washer sterilizers and decontaminators.
• Performs cleaning tasks in work area as assigned.
• Uses universal precautions when working in decontamination area (i.e., gloves, face shields, protective gown).
• Makes rounds throughout the facility to retrieve reusable instruments and equipment and transports back to the Sterile Processing Department.

ASSEMBLES INSTRUMENT TRAYS AND PACKS :

OPERATES STERILIZERS, DOCUMENTS LOADS, AND RETURNS STOCK TO APPROPRIATE AREA :

BUILDS SURGICAL CASES :

OTHER :

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not personalize the job description, credentials, or knowledge and skills based on the current associate. List any special education required for this position.

EDUCATION : Must have high school diploma or GED

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : 2 years Central Service experience required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS :

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Preferred, must be obtained within the first year of hire