Certified Sterile Processing and Transport Technician

Department:
PMG-Parrish Medical Group

Schedule/Status:
8:00am-5:00pm; Full Time

Standard Hours/Week:
40

Location:
Titusville

General Description:
The Certified Sterile Processing and Transport Technician reports to the Sterile Processing Department Supervisor. Under the direct supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager, responsible for decontamination, assembly and preparation, sterilization and distribution of medical instruments and supplies to the operating room and minor equipment items throughout the hospital. Responsible for the safe transport of both contaminated and sterile instruments. This position shall exemplify the desired Culture of Choice and philosophies of Parrish Healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works in the decontamination area to receive and wash all contaminated instruments and equipment items using proper washing techniques set forth by protocols and infection control standards and guidelines.
• Assembles surgical trays and packs according to established protocols. Examines and inspects instruments for contamination, wear and tear, staining and or damage before packaging. Demonstrates knowledge of surgical instruments.
• Participates in the sterilization process, including use of biological indicators and testing/operating equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of proper sterilization techniques.
• Pulls supplies and instrument trays for surgical cases. Demonstrates knowledge of supplies and their locations.
• Participates in ongoing in-service of new equipment items to ensure proper washing and sterilization techniques.
• Transports contaminated instruments and sterile instruments between Parrish Medical Center and the Parrish Medical Group offices safely in accordance with AAMI and DOT guidelines. Is responsible for tracking of tools and instruments for auditing and accounting purposes.
• Provides education to Parrish Medical Group care partners regarding the proper handling of instruments in all offices, to include ensuring all on site storage areas are managed properly and audited by guidelines set by infection control
• Keeps certification active, to include maintaining a clean driving record. Ensures working with infection control on updating any new guidelines and or processes that need to be implemented. Participates in monthly meetings.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned.
• Knows fire, disaster and safety procedures and regulations as it pertains to the work area.

Requirements:

Formal Education:

• Vocational or other technical school, certification, training or apprenticeship required beyond high school. Certification as Central Service Technician required.

Work Experience:

• 1 year to < 2 years with at least one year in Sterile Processing

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

• Central Service Technician certification required.
• Must obtain DOT biohazard training certification within 1 month of hire date.
• Valid State of Florida Drivers License (FDL) and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that is acceptable to PMCs corporate automobile insurance carrier license will be screened prior to employment and annually thereafter.

Full Time Benefits:
Eligible to participate in a number of PMC-sponsored benefits, including:

• Benefits Start on Day 1
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• EAP, Flex Spending, Accident, Critical and Other Applicable Benefits
• Annual Accrual of 104 Personal Leave Bank (PLB) Hours