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 and strict adherence to established departmental policies and procedures.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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.

Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments, specialty equipment and utensils for sterilization, distribution, or storage, according to department standards.

Checks procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy, consistency, and condition of instruments, following established protocols. Initials all work performed.

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.

Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using gas and steam sterilizers and gas aerators.

Monitors sterilizers, aerators, washer-sterilizers and other equipment for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.

Inventories/stocks OR section carts, exchange carts and storage cabinets utilizing hand held computers. Removes damaged and/or outdated items, following established policies and procedures.

Completes daily productivity reports and initials all work performed, as required.

Attends seminars and in-services to maintain certification and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices.

May serve as charge and resource person during the absence of the Lead SPD Technician and/or assists with training of SPD personnel, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• May require up to l year of technical or other specialized training.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• Registration by the International Association of Central Service & Materials Management (IAHCSMM) required
• Current certification as Sterile Processing Technician (12 CEU's per year) required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires the ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimals.
• 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.

This position has a hiring range of $20.039 - $30.385