Position Details PRN (as needed) Varying shift times Can require M-F day shift training to start Location: Beachwood Medical Center A Brief Overview The Sterile Processing Technician – Certified role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.
Performs decontamination procedure Prepares reusable patient care items for sterilization Sterilization using appropriate sterilization methods Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies Participates as a productive member of the O. R. processing team Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Education High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and Graduate of a Sterile Processing (Preferred) Work Experience Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and chemical, assembly, inventory or distribution experience. (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Basic medical terminology.
(Preferred proficiency) Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. (Required proficiency) Good manual dexterity.
(Required proficiency) Attention to details. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications National or International Sterile Processing Technician Certification through CBSPD or IAHCSMM. (Required) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%