Advanced Sterile Processing Tech

Responsibilities

• Determines the best method of cleaning, wrapping, and sterilizing a variety of medical and surgical instruments, equipment, and needles.
• Assembles surgical instrument trays and pans and delivers sterilized items to the operating room.
• Assembles special procedure trays for such complex surgeries as open heart, transplant, major orthopedic surgeries, neurosurgical, laparoscopic, and spine surgeries.
• Uses computer to scan PIC tickets on instrument trays and case cart protocol.
• Operates cleaning and sterilization equipment such as washers, sterilizers, sonic cleaners and cart washers.
• Restocks prep areas with supplies and takes inventory of sterile instrument pans and trays.
• May retrieve contaminated equipment, supplies, trays, and instruments from patient care areas for cleaning and sterilization.
• May collect needles and sharp containers from O.R. for proper disposal.
• Maintains sterilization equipment by testing and recording indicators.
• Aids in training staff in the identification of surgical instruments and individual pans.
• Prioritizes assignments and adjusts work flow to meet the most important needs.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in sterile processing environment.
• Registered as a Central Service Technician.
• Some experience with computer software.
• The ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and protocols.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
Family-focused benefits
Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more

Pay

Salary range based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate shifts and operations.