Sterile Processing Coordinator

About the role

Lawrenceville Surgery Center is hiring a Sterile Processing Coordinator. Join a team devoted to delivering top-tier clinical care and an outstanding patient experience, all within your local reach.

Responsibilities

• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
• Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures
• Inspects equipment / instruments for proper working condition
• Maintains equipment / instrumentation according to manufactures recommendations
• Accurately labels / dates sterilized equipment / instruments
• Maintains availability of instruments and equipment to avoid delays
• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy
• Correctly operates decontamination equipment, autoclaves, Steris equipment
• Performs required biological chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to policy and procedure
• Performs checks for outdated items or package integrity
• Keeps instrument racks in organized manner
• Maintains adequate supplies for the sterile processing area
• Coordinates and implements AMI standards for the sterilization of instruments and supplies
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned in an efficient, effective and cost-conscious manner, complying with USPI's policies, procedures and regulations

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Certification required – CRCST or equivalent
• 1-2 years previous experience as Instrument Room Technician or equivalent experience
• Capacity to learn use of sterilizers
• Possess good communication skills
• Must be a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech (SPD)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation