What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Tech (10a-6p) Surgery - Elizabethton, TN position at Sycamore Shoals Hospital?
Job Description:
Summary:
The Sterile Processing Tech, Non-Certified will perform all activities that relate to the reprocessing of reusable medical supplies, linen, equipment, and instrumentation including decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, wrapping, sterilization and storage. The Tech will handle, clean, disinfect, and/or sterilize instruments and equipment according to procedure. This individual will inspect instruments and equipment, recognizing the need for repair and follow the repair procedure. The Tech will select correct packaging material for items being sterilized and demonstrates proper assembly technique. Additionally, the Tech will maintain proper handling of hazardous chemicals, disinfectants, sterilants and cleaning supplies. The Tech will prepare case carts / supply carts and transport those carts to the designated areas. The Tech will also operate sterilization equipment according to procedure. The Tech will assist with the stocking of supplies and other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree preferred. Completion of an SPD Technician/Scrub Technician program preferred. Previous CSP/SPD experience preferred. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology helpful.
Tennessee facilities: Sterile Processing Techs must have/maintain certification in sterile processing.
Licenses and Certifications:
For Tennessee facilities: Valid and active Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) certification and/or the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) must be maintained.
Work Requirements:
Shift: Day
On Call: No
Weekends: No
Travel Required: No Travel
Location:
Sycamore Shoals Hospital
