STERILE PROCESSING TECH I

Sterile Processing Tech I

Description:

Maintain a safe environment for patient, co-workers, and self

Assumes responsibility for instrument room activities, assuring proper processing of tray as related to all types of surgery to include age related cases and trays (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)

Completes all additional responsibilities to include clinical ladder criteria

Knowledge of location, care, and operation of all emergency equipment

Always follows proper policies and procedures for Infection Control

Consistently inspects instrumentation and equipment for proper functioning and performance

Choose the proper decontamination method for all equipment

Always assembles trays according to pick list, utilizes the correct method of wrap, and appropriate sterilization

Monitors sterilization process ensuring all parameters of sterilization are met prior to storage

All sterilized equipment in its proper location

Monitors the integrity of wrapped instrumentation while in storage area

Meets and maintains all requirements

Responsible for two in-services or two articles related to sterile processing of instrumentation per quarter

Participates in learning programs offered by the department and departmental QI activities

Completes all assigned duties within appropriate time frame and is willing to assist others

Fosters good relationships between departments by communicating in a professional manner

Experience/Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required

Experience in sterile processing preferred

Knowledge of instrumentation and its usage

Must be knowledgeable of decontamination, processing, and sterilization

Knowledgeable of different types of sterilization methods and being able to run proper testing and documentation

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