Sterile Process Tech - Evening Shift
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Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
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Sterile Process Tech - Evening Shift
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Tucson, Arizona
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The technician is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments to ensure they are available for operating rooms. They also monitor sterilization equipment and maintain inventory levels to support patient safety and infection control.
Qualifications
You have 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room. You possess an understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes, along with knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions. You are proficient in operating sterilization equipment and maintaining accurate records.
Must Have Skills for ATS
surgical instrumentation
sterilization processes
infection control
standard precautions
sterilization equipment operation
record keeping
Job Description
The Sterile Processing Technician I ensures the availability of clean, sterilized, and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, and storing instruments and supplies in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.
Essential Functions
- Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
- Conducts daily tests of sterilization equipment, including Bowie-Dick tests, chemical, and biological indicators, maintaining accurate records of results.
- Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
- Performs routine maintenance of sterilization equipment, including weekly autoclave cleaning, and reports malfunctions promptly.
- Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
- Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily, ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
- Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including the use of standard precautions, to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
- Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
- Assists with the orientation and training of new personnel in sterile processing protocols and procedures.
- Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
- Ensures equipment is checked for proper functioning before each use and maintains a safe and sterile work environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room required
- Understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes.
- Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
- Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
- Proficiency in operating sterilization equipment and performing routine maintenance.
- Strong organizational skills to manage inventory and maintain accurate records.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare personnel.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
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Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
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