Sterile Processing Technician

We are a busy Ambulatory Surgical Center seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join the team full time. We prefer that the Sterile Processing Technician have Ambulatory Surgery Center experience however, we are willing to train the right candidates. Daily Sterile Processing Technician duties vary, and often contain evaluation, preparation, and implementation of procedures at the Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Duties & Responsibilities include:

· Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for maintaining certification in sterile processing and current knowledge of job role parameters

· Sterile Processing Technician has the responsibility of maintaining cleaning and sterilization processes for all surgical instrumentation, reusable, equipment, and supplies for the Center

· Sterile Processing Technician will oversee operations and maintenance of the washers, sterilizers, and documentation of equipment cycles

· Sterile Processing Technician will maintain manufacturer guidelines on site for equipment and will be aware of manufacturer recommendations for operations, cleaning, and maintenance, etc.

· Sterile Processing Technician will maintain proper record keeping for all sterilization, biological and decontamination processes in the Center

· Sterile Processing Technician will receive soiled instruments into Decontamination area and promptly process same

· Sterile Processing Technician will ensure proper Preventative Maintenance is performed

· Sterile Processing Technician will interact with maintenance personnel when necessary to ensure their service is provided in a timely fashion if equipment is taken out of service

· Sterile Processing Technician will work in both soiled and clean utility rooms using proper personal protection equipment as directed in the policy and procedure manual

· Sterile Processing Technician will stock the store room with supplies when needed and rotates stock, checks dates and ensures proper storage of these supplies

· Sterile Processing Technician will assist in the picking of cases for the day when needed

Qualifications:

• Full time Position MUST be flexible with work hours.
• Current certification for sterile processing preferred
• Recent documented experience processing surgical equipment and supplies
• Knowledge of sterile technique
• General knowledge of medical documents

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in the medical field
• Strong positive interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to function in a fast paced out-patient environment

Key Competencies:

• Must be analytical and self-motivated
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional patient service skills.
• Professional personal presentation.
• Organizing, planning and multi-tasking.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem solver
• Should ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of the office

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Sterile processing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CSPDT (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Brooklyn, NY 11232 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY 11232: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25