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Job Responsibility:
Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts for the OR, Ambulatory Care Facilities, Hospital Units and Research Clinics
Operates sterilizers
prepares and dispenses sterile items
inspects and stocks supplies
performs inspection, adjusting, cleaning and general servicing of instruments and equipment supplied by the Materials for Surgical Services department to insure instruments and equipment are operating properly prior to issuing
Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts: selects method of packaging and sterilization consulting with Processing Manager as needed, examines surgical instrumentation for cleanliness and proper assembly and function
assembles instrument sets ensuring appropriate number and type of instrument per ESI software program protocols
handles instruments appropriately to ensure sterilization
completes count/supply sheets to document contents of tray
follows established procedures to package/wrap trays/instruments to guarantee sterilization
Operates steam sterilizers in accordance with established procedures
checks time, pressure and temperature gauges frequently to attain and maintain proper levels
loads and unloads sterilizers and places items on shelves for distribution
Performs simple maintenance of sterilizers such as cleaning drain baskets
Assures sterility is achieved by preparing cultures, reviewing test packs processed, interprets the results and completes required documentation
Checks and adjusts medical equipment according to specific procedures to insure instruments and equipment are operating according to specifications prior to issuing
Sends all equipment not meeting specifications to appropriate area for repair
Decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment following established procedures
prevents cross-contamination per established procedures
Sets up decontamination equipment for operation, cleans and disinfects equipment and work area upon completion of shift, and handles infectious waste and linen according to established protocol to ensure continuous workflow and compliance with department, legal, and regulatory standards
Receives and stores supplies from outside vendors and Hospital areas
checks stock as it is received against requisitions
documents stock received and reports discrepancies
assists in maintaining par levels of inventory
Documents and fills orders for surgical supplies for patient care areas
delivers supplies when warranted
Maintains records of equipment inventory use, frequency of servicing and equipment not meeting specifications that are referred for repair
Responsible for quality assurance on all sterile supplies and instruments
Performs daily quality assurance checks on stock levels, sterility dates, and accuracy of procedure carts
Responsible for critical documentation such as biologicals and sterilizer load sheets
Requirements:
One year of post-secondary education and 1 year of related materials processing experience
or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification as a Registered Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technician preferred
Computer experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred
If hired on or after January 1, 2014, candidate must pass a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians
and hold and maintain one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization within eighteen months of hire: certified registered central service technician credential
certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential
or a substantially equivalent credential
In addition, twelve CEU credits must be obtained annually
If hired on or before December 31, 2013, ten CEU credits must be obtained annually