Sterile Processing Tech

Position Summary

The Instrument Technician is responsible for all aspects of instrument care as well as the maintenance of the sterile processing area and proper functioning of sterile processing equipment. The staffing of the Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes and maintains instruments in good working condition
• Assures all instrument trays are assembled properly and content is correct
• Flash sterilizes instrument sets as necessary
• Documents and maintains sterilizer load information
• Documents and maintains sterilizer Biologic testing records
• Maintains all sterile processing equipment
• Maintains supply inventory in the scrub sink area
• Auxiliary with preparation and cleaning of operating rooms between patients
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains established Center/departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and Center related business
• Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors and other Center employees
• Documents concisely, precisely and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.

Required Skills

• High School Diploma/GED
• Completion of a Sterile Process Certification Program preferred
• One to two years’ experience as an Instrument Technician in multiple specialties
• Sterile Processing certification required
• BLS certification required.