What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Tech position at Licking Memorial Health Systems?
Job Details
Description
Sterile Processing Tech
Surgery
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
Under assessment and supervision of the Director of Surgical Procedures and according to established policies and procedures, performs activities in order to assist health care providers in performing various technical /clinical procedures.
Responsibilities
Description
Sterile Processing Tech
Surgery
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
Under assessment and supervision of the Director of Surgical Procedures and according to established policies and procedures, performs activities in order to assist health care providers in performing various technical /clinical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Clean, sterilize, reprocess, and wrap all equipment for Operating Room, Labor & Delivery, Med Surg units, Endo Diagnostic Lab, Emergency Room, Urgent Care facilities and physician practices.
- Document on sterilization records
- Check in all daily supplies and put away accordingly
- Assist OR staff with instrument locations and transport
- Prepare supply orders for surgical byers
- Flush eyewash stations and maintain logs
- Maintain CPR Certification
- Maintain Sterile Processing Certification
- Minimum requirement, high school diploma or GED.
- Read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
- LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.