Sterile Processing Technician - Central Sterile, Full Time, Night

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, inspection, assembly and sterilization of instruments, supplies, linens and assembly of surgical case carts in Sterile Processing in accordance with established policies, procedures and industry standards.

• Receives requests for patient care equipment and delivers to unit in a timely manner.
• Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes instrumentation of all departments according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures while adhering to departmental quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Performs biological and chemical testing of sterilization equipment in accordance with quality assurance standards.
• Ensures complete and accurate assembly of surgical and code carts.
• Participates in education programs, in-service meetings and demonstrates knowledge of assigned specialty.
• Stores supplies, instrument trays, and equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures and industry standards.

• May function as a Preceptor and assist in the development of Associate skills

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Current certification in Sterile Processing Technology required within 18 months of hire or placement date.
• Ability to operate automated and technical equipment
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a high stress area.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Minimum of two years of Sterile Processing experience preferred