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General Summary of Position Responsible for decontamination cleaning processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. May act as preceptor to new associates.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Assembles with 100% accuracy all instrument trays, sets, kits, and packs according to the prescribed manner using content lists or set recipes as a guide. Wraps packages and handles them according to the standard procedure. Scans trays/sets one at a time to avoid potential problems. Carefully inventories each tray/set according to the recipe or content lists.
Validates containers/wrapped items to ensure all trays are properly prepared by initialing the load card/tape. Confirms filters, locks, indicator count sheets, and valve plates are in place. Marks items with identifying data and distributes or stores in designated area. Consults with the supervisor, team leader, or designee when unable to replace parts or when equipment is deficient.
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Disassembles and cleans equipment such as suction machines, IV poles, monitors, and pumps using approved disinfectants, detergents, soaps, and cleaners (if applicable). Reassembles equipment after cleaning and operates to test for proper functioning. Sends all inoperable equipment to the appropriate holding area for pick‑up or repair.
Dispenses products requested for sterile and non‑sterile equipment and supplies. Assigns priority to emergency requests and issues them to the requesting department according to established procedure. Scans all items/products as appropriate prior to issuing. Enforces/completes the SPD forms for documentation or tracking purposes.
Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment at all times. Follows routine schedules for cleaning and maintaining the equipment on a regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer. Maintains a safe work environment by following standards of cleaning and applying good aseptic techniques.
Maintains and cleans the shelves and work areas at the end of each shift. Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Performs general cleaning of the department surface areas, racks, shelves, and all storage areas.
Maintains certification to enhance professional growth and development—participates in educational programs, in‑service meetings, and workshops.
Makes visual inspections of the inventory to maintain adequate stock and supply levels. Works closely in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of stock. Assists in requisitioning/ordering departmental supplies.
Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts as required.
Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Participates in orientation of new associates to each work assignment area and overall departmental operation. Accepts responsibility with a great attitude. Provides feedback on the progress of new associates or students on a regular basis.
Performs biological and chemical monitoring. Performs the tests at the beginning of the shift or as often as needed. Records results in the appropriate log. Performs visible inspection of the sterilizers (Sterrad V‑Pro and steam) and reports immediately to the team leader or supervisor/manager if there is a concern.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Processes all contaminated instruments, supplies and equipment returned to decontamine area. Checks proper operation of the cart washer, U/S washers, washer decontaminators, dryer, and dumb waiter on a daily basis and reports malfunction to team leader/manager. Receives all completed case carts and attends to and processes trays received immediately. Prioritizes trays that need to be turned over with appropriate communication with the team leader or designee. Receives/processes loaner trays following established standing procedure.
Manually cleans the power tools, scopes, lenses and other delicate instruments. Maintains inventory of supplies in decontamine area or notifies appropriate personnel. Maintains clean and orderly area at all times within shift. Performs leak test on all flexible endoscopes prior to cleaning and disinfecting according to established procedure. Performs water tests and records them accordingly on a daily basis if applicable. Performs routine cleaning of washers/decontaminators regularly as scheduled daily by shift, weekly, bi‑weekly or monthly.
Sterilizes instruments, equipment, utensils and supplies using various types of sterilizers according to regulatory and manufacturer instructions. Properly loads sterilizer in the prescribed manner and sets controls to specified time and temperature according to materials and requirements of items being sterilized. Completes appropriate documentation records prior to sterilization.
Reads marks and initials autoclave printout to verify appropriate sterilization cycle and provides records for inspection. Inspects items sterilized prior to sending/receiving to the appropriate department or area to assure integrity of wrapped items and sterilization. Cleans the sterilizer strainer and rinses under running water until debris are removed daily and every shift or as often as needed.
Minimal Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1–2 years of sterile processing technician experience preferred.
CRCST or CSPDT certification required; must maintain annual continuing education credits to maintain certification status.
Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, infection control requirements, basic knowledge of medical/surgical procedures and terminology.
Strong customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
This position has a hiring range of USD $18.33 – $31.61 per hour.
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General Summary of Position Responsible for decontamination cleaning processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. May act as preceptor to new associates.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Assembles with 100% accuracy all instrument trays, sets, kits, and packs according to the prescribed manner using content lists or set recipes as a guide. Wraps packages and handles them according to the standard procedure. Scans trays/sets one at a time to avoid potential problems. Carefully inventories each tray/set according to the recipe or content lists.
Validates containers/wrapped items to ensure all trays are properly prepared by initialing the load card/tape. Confirms filters, locks, indicator count sheets, and valve plates are in place. Marks items with identifying data and distributes or stores in designated area. Consults with the supervisor, team leader, or designee when unable to replace parts or when equipment is deficient.
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Disassembles and cleans equipment such as suction machines, IV poles, monitors, and pumps using approved disinfectants, detergents, soaps, and cleaners (if applicable). Reassembles equipment after cleaning and operates to test for proper functioning. Sends all inoperable equipment to the appropriate holding area for pick‑up or repair.
Dispenses products requested for sterile and non‑sterile equipment and supplies. Assigns priority to emergency requests and issues them to the requesting department according to established procedure. Scans all items/products as appropriate prior to issuing. Enforces/completes the SPD forms for documentation or tracking purposes.
Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment at all times. Follows routine schedules for cleaning and maintaining the equipment on a regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer. Maintains a safe work environment by following standards of cleaning and applying good aseptic techniques.
Maintains and cleans the shelves and work areas at the end of each shift. Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Performs general cleaning of the department surface areas, racks, shelves, and all storage areas.
Maintains certification to enhance professional growth and development—participates in educational programs, in‑service meetings, and workshops.
Makes visual inspections of the inventory to maintain adequate stock and supply levels. Works closely in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of stock. Assists in requisitioning/ordering departmental supplies.
Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts as required.
Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Participates in orientation of new associates to each work assignment area and overall departmental operation. Accepts responsibility with a great attitude. Provides feedback on the progress of new associates or students on a regular basis.
Performs biological and chemical monitoring. Performs the tests at the beginning of the shift or as often as needed. Records results in the appropriate log. Performs visible inspection of the sterilizers (Sterrad V‑Pro and steam) and reports immediately to the team leader or supervisor/manager if there is a concern.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Processes all contaminated instruments, supplies and equipment returned to decontamine area. Checks proper operation of the cart washer, U/S washers, washer decontaminators, dryer, and dumb waiter on a daily basis and reports malfunction to team leader/manager. Receives all completed case carts and attends to and processes trays received immediately. Prioritizes trays that need to be turned over with appropriate communication with the team leader or designee. Receives/processes loaner trays following established standing procedure.
Manually cleans the power tools, scopes, lenses and other delicate instruments. Maintains inventory of supplies in decontamine area or notifies appropriate personnel. Maintains clean and orderly area at all times within shift. Performs leak test on all flexible endoscopes prior to cleaning and disinfecting according to established procedure. Performs water tests and records them accordingly on a daily basis if applicable. Performs routine cleaning of washers/decontaminators regularly as scheduled daily by shift, weekly, bi‑weekly or monthly.
Sterilizes instruments, equipment, utensils and supplies using various types of sterilizers according to regulatory and manufacturer instructions. Properly loads sterilizer in the prescribed manner and sets controls to specified time and temperature according to materials and requirements of items being sterilized. Completes appropriate documentation records prior to sterilization.
Reads marks and initials autoclave printout to verify appropriate sterilization cycle and provides records for inspection. Inspects items sterilized prior to sending/receiving to the appropriate department or area to assure integrity of wrapped items and sterilization. Cleans the sterilizer strainer and rinses under running water until debris are removed daily and every shift or as often as needed.
Minimal Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1–2 years of sterile processing technician experience preferred.
CRCST or CSPDT certification required; must maintain annual continuing education credits to maintain certification status.
Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, infection control requirements, basic knowledge of medical/surgical procedures and terminology.
Strong customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
This position has a hiring range of USD $18.33 – $31.61 per hour.
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