What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician position at Triplex South Anchorage?
Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Sterile Processing Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and readiness of surgical instruments and medical equipment. Your expertise will help maintain a sterile environment, support patient care, and uphold the highest standards of infection control. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, rewarding setting dedicated to improving health outcomes through meticulous processing and management of medical tools.
Duties
- Prepare, clean, disinfect, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments and equipment following strict aseptic techniques.
- Inspect instruments for damage or wear, ensuring all tools meet safety and quality standards before use.
- Manage inventory levels by tracking supplies, ordering replacements, and organizing sterilized items for easy access.
- Maintain detailed records of sterilization cycles, equipment maintenance, and inventory logs to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with surgical teams to understand instrument needs and ensure timely availability of sterile supplies.
- Follow all safety protocols related to handling biohazardous materials and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Stay updated on best practices in sterile processing, physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology to enhance job performance.
Experience
- Previous experience in sterile processing or medical equipment sterilization is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology helps in understanding instrument functions and proper handling procedures.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems ensures efficient tracking of supplies and sterilized items.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology supports effective communication within healthcare teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to aseptic technique and infection control standards is essential for success in this role. This position is paid and offers an engaging environment where your skills directly contribute to patient safety and quality healthcare delivery. We seek energetic individuals eager to grow their expertise in sterile processing while supporting vital medical procedures across our facility.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20