Sterile Processing Tech - Days

Short Description:

• Days, weekends, holidays, on call/callback per unit needs
• 40 hours/week

The Department of Sterile and Materials Processing is a state-of-the-art instrument processing and sterilizing facility. The Sterile Processing Department assists in the decontamination, High Level Disinfection (HLD), assembling, sterilization, and distribution of clean and sterile surgical instruments, trays, and pans. These functions are performed using state-of-the-art decontamination, HLD, and sterilization capital equipment. Instruments, trays, and pans are assembled, processed, and distributed to 35 O.R Suites, AFC units, and clinics. These items are tracked by Getinge's T-DOC barcode system.

• Sterilizers
• Heat sealers
• Ultrasonic washer
• Aerator
• Utensil washer
• Cart wash
• Steris units
• Hand and power tools
• Calibration instruments
• Repair equipment and parts

• Inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts.
• Select packaging and sterilization methods in consultation with the Processing Manager as needed.
• Examine surgical instrumentation for cleanliness and proper assembly and function.
• Assemble instrument sets ensuring appropriate number and type of instruments per client software program protocols.
• Handle instruments appropriately to ensure sterilization and complete count/supply sheets to document contents of trays.
• Operate steam sterilizers in accordance with established procedures; check time, pressure, and temperature gauges frequently.
• Perform simple maintenance of sterilizers and assure sterility by preparing cultures, reviewing test packs, and completing required documentation.
• Check and adjust medical equipment according to specific procedures and send equipment not meeting specifications for repair.
• Decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment following established procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
• Receive and store supplies from outside vendors and hospital areas; document stock received and report discrepancies.
• Responsible for quality assurance on all sterile supplies and instruments; perform daily quality assurance checks on stock levels and sterility dates.

• Certified Sterile Processor (HSPA or CBSPD)
• BLS
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as SPT
• Large hospital experience (500 bed plus)
• Must have travel experience (6 months)
• 2 professional references from last two experiences

• Level 1 trauma center experience
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER Cert)
• Orthopedic tray experience