Sterile Processing Tech Per Diem

Department Job Description Summary

Complies with the established departmental policies and procedures of the Operating Room/Sterilization Department.

Complies with the rules and regulations regarding the application of Universal Precautions and OSHA Standards.

Adheres to all Federal, State, and local regulations.

Performs assigned Quality Assurance Monitoring (audits) duties as assigned.

Assumes charge position when assigned or in absence of management personnel and other duties that are appropriate to the position and area.

Is a preceptor for new employees, explaining and demonstrating the rationale for all processes that relate to the Operating Room/Sterilization Department.

Performs cleaning and maintenance duties as assigned in the department.

Acts as a liaison and resource person between the Operating Room/Sterilization Department and other hospital departments, staff members, patients, patient family, visitors and vendors.

Retrieves soiled supplies and patient care equipment from user areas during routine pick up and decontaminates, cleans and inspects all equipment, both emergency and regular, and supplies ensuring the items are safe for patient and staff use.

Orders, distributes, and maintains an accurate log of all rental, hospital owned and loaner equipment including instruments leaving and/or returning to the department.

Maintains adequate supply levels both in the assigned work areas as well as the department.

Demonstrates competency in the operation of decontamination equipment according to the manufacturer's recommendation.

Demonstrates knowledge in the proper disinfections, cleaning and inspection of instruments and equipment in the decontamination area.

Demonstrates competency in the operation of steam sterilizers, Sterrad (gas plasma) sterilizers, Eto sterilizers and Steris (par acidic) sterilizers.

Insures that all documentation is complete and accurate in the sterilization processes.

Demonstrates a sound knowledge in the identification of instrumentation.

Inspects all instrumentation for malfunction and removes from circulation, If applicable, and reports findings to the appropriate personnel.

Packages instrumentation and supplies according to departmental policies and procedures and established guidelines.

Qualifications

• CSPDT or CRCST required
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Certification should be up to date
• Three years experience in Operating Room
• Knowledge of instrumentation & infection control, sterilization procedures and safety precautions

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!