Sterile Processing Tech Traine

General Summary of Position
Performs decontamination, sterilization, and processing of supplies and equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures. May be assigned to different areas of Sterile Processing, focusing on a variety of duties which all require the use of state-of-the-art sterile processing methods

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Completes daily productivity reports and initials all work performed, as required.
• Examines procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy and condition and co-signs listings.
• Requires the ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimals
• Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using gas and steam sterilizers and gas aerators.
• Certification as Sterile Processing Technician and current registration Preferred
• Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• Assembles and packages linen used for exchange and case carts, test packs and departments. Assists in assembling operating room (OR) case carts, e.g. emergency, eye, etc.
• Inventories/stocks OR POD carts, exchange carts and storage cabinets. Removes damaged and/or outdated items, following established policies and procedures.
• Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments, specialty equipment and utensils for sterilization, distribution, or storage, according to department standards.
• More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
• Monitors sterilizers, aerators, and washer-sterilizers for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.
• Attends seminars and in-services to attain certification/registration and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices.
• May require up to l year of technical or other specialized training Required
• May require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, sterilizing equipment, blood pressure cuff, or tables); the preparation, comparison or checking of reports, records and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application
• 6 to 12 months experience Required
• Cleans carts, surgical instruments, power and specialty equipment, and utensils using washer-sterilizers, sonic washers and dryers, per established procedures. Checks equipment to determine proper functioning.