Sterile Processing Technician - ASC Chesterfield - Days

The Sterile Processing Technician performs a variety of indirect patient care activities. This includes decontamination of surgical instruments and sterilization of instruments, supplies and equipment. Ensures all necessary instruments/devices are assembled and sterilized correctly and having all case carts assembled according to count sheets. This position observes strict patient confidentiality following all HIPAA regulations and will act in accordance with sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and state standards of practice. Primary duties may vary depending on area assigned. This position maintains a clean and safe environment.

Essential Job Statements

Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.

Properly operates cleaning and sterilization equipment, such as cart washers, sonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and heat-sealing units.

Transports clean and soiled case carts to the operating rooms and Sterile Processing.

Transport additional instrumentation as needed between Peri-operative Services and Sterile Processing rooms.

Verifies skill in assembly of trays and peel packs, to include internal chemical indicators, lot control numbers, wrapping, labeling and methods of sterilization.

Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.

Patient Population: N/A

Employment Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in Sterile Processing.

Preferred Education: Completion of Sterile Processing program (online or in person)

Licensing/ Certification

Licensure/Certification Required: N/A

Licensure/Certification Preferred: Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through HSPA or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) through CBSPD certification.

Minimum Qualifications

Years and Type of Required Experience: One year experience in Sterile Processing.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: One will demonstrate proper knowledge and understanding of all chemicals, detergents, and other cleaning and/or disinfecting agents used in the department. Proper PPE usage with the department.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Medical terminology, identify various instrumentation, overall workflow, etc.

Working Conditions: Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. * May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands : Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.), Balance, Bending

Work Position: sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform shift work, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity, Color Vision
Hazards: Exposure to Toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Mental/Sensory Emotional
Mental/Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking,

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities

Days

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.