Sterile Processing Associate: 40 hrs/week Nights

About the role

Receives, sorts, disassembles and processes contaminated instruments and equipment using the procedures and guidelines as established by Infection Control. Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments and body fluids by wiping, soaking, rinsing, scrubbing and using ultrasonic or other mechanical methods, as applicable. Assembles all instrument sets following prescribed manner and as outlined on the Instrument Count Sheets. Properly documents missing items from the set and labels sets correctly. Takes action to correct problems with instrument sets and reports any unresolved issues. Sterilizes instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various types of autoclaves and aerators. Reprocesses equipment via high level disinfection as appropriate. Loads and operates machinery in prescribed manner and sets controls to correct specifications for the items being sterilized. Properly documents all activities related to instrument/equipment decontamination, assembly, disinfection, and sterilization in the Instrument Tracking System (TDOC, SPM, Censitrac) or established manual systems. Observe and interpret biological, mechanical and chemical monitors relevant to processing/sterilizing. Record results and maintains required records. Initiates recalls as required. Issues items to customers and departments according to established procedures. Observes and reports to supervisor any unfamiliar items with or without appropriate processing literature. Reports equipment requiring repair as needed. Is self-directed and intervenes with corrections to variances in the processing practice.

Responsibilities

• Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments and body fluids by wiping, soaking, rinsing, scrubbing and using ultrasonic or other mechanical methods, as applicable.
• Assembles all instrument sets following prescribed manner and as outlined on the Instrument Count Sheets.
• Documents missing items from the set and labels sets correctly.
• Takes action to correct problems with instrument sets and reports any unresolved issues.
• Sterilizes instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various types of autoclaves and aerators.
• Reprocesses equipment via high level disinfection as appropriate.
• Loads and operates machinery in prescribed manner and sets controls to correct specifications for the items being sterilized.
• Documents all activities related to instrument/equipment decontamination, assembly, disinfection, and sterilization in the Instrument Tracking System (TDOC, SPM, Censitrac) or established manual systems.
• Observes and interprets biological, mechanical and chemical monitors relevant to processing/sterilizing.
• Records results and maintains required records.
• Initiates recalls as required.
• Issues items to customers and departments according to established procedures.
• Reports equipment requiring repair as needed.
• Intervenes with corrections to variances in the processing practice.

Requirements

• Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician from either CBSPD or HSPA.
• Applicants without Sterile Processing (CRCST) are required to obtain CRCST certification via HSPA within ONE (1) year of meeting the eligibility requirements to sit for the certification exam.
• Eligibility is defined by HSPA as "10 weeks (400 hours) experience" in a Sterile Processing hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing program or equivalent training.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of sterile processing techniques and equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

$41,923.00 - $54,500.00

Schedule

Night shift

Department/Unit

Sterile Processing

Albany Med is an equal opportunity employer.