Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description

Performs other duties as assigned.

Adheres to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Facilitates communication and collaboration within the department to enhance workflow and efficiency.

• Transports contaminated and sterile surgical instruments and supplies to and from operating rooms and patient care areas.
• Decontaminates and inspects surgical instruments for cleanliness and defects to ensure patient safety.
• Keeps instruments and supplies organized and in designated locations to maintain department cleanliness and productivity.
• Inspects and assembles instrument trays according to manufacturer guidelines and industry standards.
• Serves as a resource expert and mentor for less experienced Sterile Processing staff.
• Maintains sterilization practices to ensure compliance with standards and keeps accurate records of sterilizer loads.
• Utilizes knowledge of sterilization parameters and takes corrective action if parameters are not met.
• Attends continuing education seminars and in-services on new equipment and instrumentation to maintain competency.
• Participates or leads in department Performance Improvement projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Sterilization Standards [Required]
• Knowledge of Surgical Instrumentation [Required]
• Knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques and medical terminology [Required]
• Basic Computer skills [Preferred]

Education

• Associate [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]
• Field Of Study N/A

Work Experience

• Eighteen (18) months Sterile Processing experience - Maintains educational requirements as outlined in the organizational checklists [Required]

Additional Information

N/A

Licenses And Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) [Required]
• OR Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) [Required]
• AND Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$18.72 - $29.95