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TriHealth

Noncertified Sterile Processing Tech

TriHealth, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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Job Description

Under general supervision, this position decontaminates, cleans, prepares, retrieves, and assists with sterilization of surgical items and equipment. Also stores, issues, and distributes medical/surgical supplies in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Must have the knowledge and ability to use specific mechanical equipment, such as sonic cleaners/washer sterilizers, steam sterilizers, EtO sterilizers, Sterrad, and Steris and other specialized equipment. Must have basic knowledge of regulatory agency requirements and adhere to guidelines.

Job Requirements

High School Degree or GED Able to read, write, speak English and perform simple math operations Ability to provide leadership and to oversee the work of technicians Operate hazardous equipment Knowledge of microbiology, infection control, Computerized record keeping Up to 1 year experience

Job Responsibilities

Use proper sterilization method for items being processed, complete sterilization records according to policy and process proper biologicals -according to policy- support sterilization method used. Perform proper storage of supplies. Check items for outdates. Ensure proper rotation of stock. Put instrument trays, sets, and peel packs in their proper location. Maintain proper storage according to standards. Inspect, assemble, wrap and properly label instrument sets, trays and other items for processing according to policy. Assemble trays according to information provided. Fill case carts to an acceptable and accurate level according to set standards and information provided. Fill stat case carts within 15 minutes of request. Conduct decontamination and breakdown of patient equipment, instrument sets and case carts according to set procedure standards and information provided.

Working Conditions

Climbing - Rarely Concentrating - Frequently Continuous Learning - Consistently Hearing: Conversation - Consistently Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently Interpersonal Communication - Consistently Kneeling - Occasionally Lifting

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely Lifting

Pulling - Frequently Pushing - Frequently Reaching - Frequently Reading - Frequently Sitting - Occasionally Standing - Consistently Stooping - Frequently Talking - Consistently Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently Use of Hands - Consistently Color Vision - Consistently Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently Walking - Frequently

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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