Sterile Processor

Position Summary:

The Instrument Technician is responsible for all aspects of instrument care as well as the maintenance of the sterile processing area and proper functioning of sterile processing equipment.

The staffing of Summit Medical Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross-trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.

Responsibilities:

1. Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes and maintains instruments in good working condition
2. Assures all instrument trays are assembled properly and content is correct
3. Flash sterilizes instrument sets as necessary
4. Documents and maintains sterilizer load information
5. Documents and maintains sterilizer Biologic testing records
6. Maintains all sterile processing equipment
7. Maintains supply inventory in the scrub sink  area
8. Assist with preparation and cleaning of operating rooms between patients
9. Performs other duties as assigned or requested
10. Maintains established center/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
11. Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies
12. Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings
13. Maintains confidentiality of patient and center related business
14. Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors and other center employees
15. Documents concisely, precisely and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.
16. Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and center business

SMC offers a competitive benefits program to full-time employees and their families. SMC pays the majority of the benefit, while a low premium cost is deducted from the employee's paycheck on a pretax basis. 

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person

Qualifications:

1. High School graduate or equivalent
2. Basic computer knowledge a must
3. Minimum 1 year experience in surgical instrument sterilization field preferred

Special Skills and Knowledge:

1. Care and handling of surgical instruments
2. Use of sterilizers
3. Monitoring the sterilization process
4. Proper loading of the sterilizer
5. Proper handling of sterilized packages
6. Principles of Standard Precaution

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

1. Ability to function as a member of  the surgical team
2. Compliance with the attendance policy
3. Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs
4. Ability to respond quickly, physically and mentally when priorities change

Physical/Mental Requirements for Position:

1. Ability to read and write (legibly)
2. Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively
3. Ability to understand and resolve simple problems
4. Ability to understand simple  instructions
5. Ability to constantly walk, stand, and/or lift
6. Ability to frequently utilize full range of motion, including crouching, stooping, reaching, bending and twisting
7. Ability to frequently lift, pull, push with assistance of one other person, the weight of the average patient
8. Ability to see and hear and distinguish color
9. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
10. Ability to function independently without constant supervision

Bloodborne Pathogen Classification:

Category 1-Occupational exposure