What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician position at COASTAL ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE?
Sterile Processing Technician
About Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Since 1973, Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has provided comprehensive orthopedics, sports medicine, physical therapy and pain management services to the residents of Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
Culture:
Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s mission is to improve the quality of life of our patients, their families and the communities in which we service while fostering a culture of excellence in all aspects of our professions. Our culture is one of excellence, teamwork and innovation and FUN!
COASTAL PRIDE: Be proud of what you do. We make a difference in people’s lives!
Summary of Position
- Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
- Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
- Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
- Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
- Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
- Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
- Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
- Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
- Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
- Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum one (1) year recent experience with sterile processing in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center setting
- Orthopedic surgery sterilization experience a PLUS
- Current BLS
Benefits/Total Rewards:
- Medical, Dental and Vision plan
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance
- Paid Time Off—STARTS TO ACCRUE FROM DAY 1
- Paid Holidays—PAYABLE AS OF DAY 1
- 401(K) with company contribution
Coastal Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.