What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician position at West Plains Ambulatory Surgery Center?
This position is part-time with the potential for full-time in the future. Pay will be based upon experience.
A sterile processing technician is a healthcare professional responsible for ensuring medical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, inspected, and sterilized before use. They play a vital role in preventing infections and ensuring patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cleaning and decontamination: Sterilization technicians clean and disinfect reusable medical instruments to remove debris and biological contaminants.
- Inspection and preparation: They inspect instruments for any damage or defects before sterilization, ensuring they are ready for use.
- Sterilization: They operate sterilizers, like autoclaves, to eliminate microorganisms and ensure instruments are free from contamination.
- Packaging and storage: Sterilized instruments are packaged and stored appropriately, ensuring they remain sterile until use.
- Inventory management: They maintain an inventory of sterilized instruments and supplies, ensuring adequate supplies are available for surgical procedures.
- Record keeping: They document sterilization cycles, inspections, and other relevant information.
- Transportation: They may be responsible for transporting sterilized instruments and supplies to the operating room or other clinical areas.
Educational Requirements and Certification:
- High School Diploma/GED: A high school diploma or equivalent is a minimum requirement.
Skills and Qualities:
- Attention to detail: Sterilization technicians must be meticulous and pay close attention to detail when cleaning, inspecting, and sterilizing instruments.
- Organization: They need to be organized and able to manage a large inventory of instruments and supplies.
- Knowledge of microbiology and infection control: Understanding common pathogens and infection control principles is crucial for their work.
- Physical stamina: They may need to stand for long periods, work with sharp objects, and wear personal protective equipment.
- Communication skills: They need to communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals, including surgeons, nurses, and other technicians
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 – 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Sterile processing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- West Plains, MO 65775 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18