Sterile Proccessing Technician

The position is responsible for cleaning, packaging, sterilizing, and storing the supplies, instruments, and equipment in SPD, GI, PAIN, and INP.

• Demonstrated understanding of sterilization principles required
• Experience in central processing functions preferred
• Constant and frequent judgment and response are required

• Adheres to the sterilization process policies and procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans each item according to manufacturers’ instruction.
• Inspects instruments for damage and defects; lubricates items as required.
• Determines that each item is in good working condition.
• Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy and procedure.
• Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy and procedure.
• Accurately labels each item with name.
• Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing items.
• Positions items correctly in disinfection washer and sterilizer and selects proper cycle; seeks assistance when needed.
• Checks indicators for proper functioning.
• Fills out all required areas on sterile processing logs, including sterilizer logs, BI documents, equipment cleaning logs
• Performs required biological monitoring tests on all sterilizers according to established policy and procedures.
• Cleans sterilizers according to established polices and procedures.
• Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary.
• Places items in correct location using proper rotation procedure maintains supplies in sterile processing as needed.
• Maintains standard to provide safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Behave and dress in a professional and courteous manner consistent with the facilities Standards of Behavior.
• Other duties may be assigned.