Central Sterile Processing Technician

Responsibilities

• Insures proper operation of sterilizer units prior to use on a daily basis.
• Runs biological and chemical tests at beginning of the day shift.
• Records results in appropriate log.
• Inspects gas and steam sterilizer for visible signs of malfunction and reports to charge nurse or Director.
• Processes or oversees, all 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 using either ethylene oxide or steam sterilization.
• Maintains appropriate spore testing on routine basis and documents results as required.
• Assists with clerical work related to the Central Service, as requested.
• Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments.
• Performs general cleaning of department surface areas, racks, shelves, storage cabinets and all storage area.
• Stores all supplies and equipment; stocks Central Service's dispensing racks.
• Knows regarding handling and care of instruments, tray preparation and special procedure items.
• Performs tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization.
• Maintains sterility dates on supplies.
• Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam, and all general equipment using biological and chemical control tests as required by department.
• Maintains preventative maintenance procedures.
• Completes repair orders for Engineering Department for any unit found inoperable.
• Receives and delivers supplies.
• Assists with monitoring and maintaining stock in storeroom.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
• Orders stock as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of high school or equivalent.
• Minimum Of One Year Experience As Sterile Tech.
• Current BLS Certificate.
• Sterile Tech Certification Required.