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Sterile Processing Tech - All Shifts Available - Great Hospital - $34.00 Hr.
Job Summary: -Under general supervision, performs routine tasks relating to the decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, equipment and sterile supplies. -Operates and monitors cleaning/sterilization equipment. -Maintains records in compliance with AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, and OSHA standards. -Other duties as assigned. -Collects, sorts, cleans, disinfects and inspects instruments, supplies and durable medical equipment. -Inspects, assembles, wraps, and labels surgical instruments, procedural trays for sterilization and storage. -Operates, maintains, tests, and documents use of sterilizing and cleaning/disinfecting equipment. -Able to identify correct cleaning and sterilization methods for items being processed. -Complies and maintains accurate related records in accordance with departmental policy and procedure. -Performs and documents biological monitoring of all sterilizing equipment. -Able to follow protocol for failed biological. -Ensures that aseptic techniques are used at all times in handling preparation and storage of sterile reusable and disposable supplies. -Maintains a sanitary, safe and clean environment in the Sterile Processing Department. -Delivers processed supplies and equipment to designated departments within the hospital, may apply. -Assists in the Endoscopy reprocessing department, may apply. -Participates in training and orientation of new employees. -Reports faulty equipment, safety concerns and deficiencies to Sterile Processing Leadership.
Skills:
Required Skills & Experience: -Ability to read and write is necessary to comprehend and follow equipment operating instructions, IFUs, and complete required documentation. -Basic arithmetic calculations necessary to count instruments. -Basic computer skills are required. -Problem-solving and good communication skills. Preferred Skills & Experience: -One year of related healthcare experience.
Education:
Required Education: -High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education: -Successful completion of Central Sterile coursework. Required Certifications & Licensure: -N/A Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -Certification-Sterile Processing.
Salary : $34
