Job Description

Short Description:

Evenings, weekends, holidays, on call/callback per unit needs. 40 hours/week.

Complete Description:

The Department of Sterile and Materials Processing is a state-of-the-art instrument processing and sterilizing facility. The Sterile Processing Department assists in the decontamination, High Level Disinfection (HLD), assembling, sterilization, and distribution of clean and sterile surgical instruments, trays, and pans. These functions are done by state-of-the-art decontamination, HLD, and sterilization capital equipment. Instruments, trays, and pans are assembled, processed, and distributed to 35 O.R Suites, AFC units, and clinics. These instruments, trays, and pans are tracked by Getinge's T-DOC bar code system.

Machines and Equipment Used:

• Sterilizers
• Heat sealers
• Ultrasonic washer
• Aerator
• Utensil washer
• Cart wash
• Steris units
• Hand and power tools
• Calibration instruments
• Repair equipment and parts

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts.
• Select method of packaging and sterilization consulting with Processing Manager as needed.
• Examine surgical instrumentation for cleanliness and proper assembly and function.
• Assemble instrument sets ensuring appropriate number and type of instrument per Client software program protocols.
• Handle instruments appropriately to ensure sterilization.
• Complete count/supply sheets to document contents of tray.
• Follow established procedures to package/wrap trays/instruments to guarantee sterilization.
• Operate steam sterilizers in accordance with established procedures; check time, pressure, and temperature gauges frequently to attain and maintain proper levels.
• Load and unload sterilizers and place items on shelves for distribution.
• Perform simple maintenance of sterilizers such as cleaning drain baskets.
• Assure sterility is achieved by preparing cultures, reviewing test packs processed, interpreting the results, and completing required documentation.
• Check and adjust medical equipment according to specific procedures to ensure instruments and equipment are operating according to specifications prior to issuing.
• Send all equipment not meeting specifications to appropriate area for repair.
• Decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment following established procedures; prevent cross-contamination per established procedures.
• Set up decontamination equipment for operation, clean and disinfect equipment and work area upon completion of shift, and handle infectious waste and linen according to established protocol to ensure continuous workflow and compliance with department, legal, and regulatory standards.
• Receive and store supplies from outside vendors and Hospital areas; check stock as it is received against requisitions; document stock received and report discrepancies.
• Assist in maintaining par levels of inventory.
• Document and fill orders for surgical supplies for patient care areas; deliver supplies when warranted.
• Maintain 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.
• Perform 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.

Must Haves:

• Certified Sterile Processor (HSPA or CBSPD)
• BLS
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as SPT
• Large hospital experience (500 bed plus)
• Must have travel experience (6 months)
• 2 professional references from last two experiences

Preferred:

• Level 1 trauma center experience
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER Cert)
• Orthopedic tray experience

Job Tags

Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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