Instrument Sterilization Technician
Role Overview
Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees. Partnership is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members with both internal and external partners. Under the direction of the Sterile Processing Department Manager, SPD Supervisor/Coordinator and the lead technician, will be responsible for the proper handling, cleaning, disinfecting, assembly, sterilization, and handling of instrumentation and patient-related equipment to render items safe for handling and use; to monitor, stock and fill supplies; to assist with maintenance of the department; to support the operating suites in provision of patient care; and to perform other duties as assigned.
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Work Schedule:
- 4 days per week
Required Qualifications:
- Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Formal education in sterilization OR
- At least 6 months experience in sterile processing/surgical instrumentation.
- Successful completion of sterilization, decontamination, and instrumentation competencies within 6 months of hire.
- SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Organizes effectively.
- Establishes priorities.
- Understands regulations and procedures.
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish safe working conditions.
- Ability to maintain records, write reports and respond to correspondence.
- Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
- Maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Ability to work quickly under pressure.
- Works productively as a team player.
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