Responsibilities:
- Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in the decontamination, inspection, cleaning,
assembling and packaging of medical/surgical material to include, but not limited to, linen, instruments and equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterile and functioning supply of materials
- Prepare trays for designated areas according to prescribed procedures. Wrap and/or package
items for specified areas according to procedures prescribed for designated areas
- Must be able to operate bar code instrument tracking system
- Dissemble, clean, assemble and test specialty instrumentation and equipment for proper
functioning
- Must be able to differentiate between single-use and reusable items
- Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles,
wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments. Follows proper Standard Precautions while in
decontamination and sterilization areas.
- Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for
decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Sorts mismatched sets of instruments, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available
to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
- Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes
instruments, trays, crash carts, and facility medical equipment.
- Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile
processing, the operating room, and in equipment storage areas.
- Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions for equipment maintenance, repair or
replacement, and removes defective equipment.
- Maintains a clean work area
- Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and
quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
· Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills
Work Environment:
- Standing for prolonged periods, frequent walking, reaching (overhead, repetition).
- Proficient communication, both auditory and verbal, with colleagues, vendors, and
surgeons. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
- Must have ability to lift/push/pull > 50lbs
- May be exposed to radiation, fumes, chemicals, cold, noise, blood and/or bodily fluids,
infectious diseases
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- State Licensure or certification as a Sterilization Technician, as required by state regulations or contract specifications