Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified 3PM-11:30PM(Monday-Friday)

Job Description Summary

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the decontamination, disinfection and cleaning or various reusable surgical instruments. This can be done via mechanical or handwashing methods, while strictly adhering to OSHA safety standards.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of sterilization process and techniques involving both steam and chemical means. This includes appropriate documentation, storage and transportation.
• Must have a thorough understanding of the sterilizer mechanical and chemical indicators, as well as the proper use and interpretation of the biological monitoring system.
• Effectively enters, modifies and searches for relevant information in the instrument tracking system.
• Demonstrates knowledge of surgical case preparation. Correctly identifies and retrieves pertinent instruments and supplies for scheduled cases or upon request.
• Incorporates infection control guidelines while transferring, storing and transporting sterile packages.
• Interacts with external customers, such as vendors and surgical reps for the processing of loaner trays and receipt of CEU’s
• Follows and promotes industry standards and best practices, as supported by AAMI and AORN.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills while meeting requests of both the operating rooms and external clinics.
• Must be able the think critically and act quickly to meet the needs of all patients.
• Responsible for aiding in the education and training of fellow associates.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree, High School or GED

Specialized Knowledge

• Must exhibit strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions, as well as perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Working knowledge of AAMI and AORN standards.

Work Shift

Evening

Department

Sterile Processing