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University of Maryland Medical System

Certified Sterile Processing Tech, Night

Job Description

Job Requirements Schedule Details - 11pm-7:30am The Certified Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for preparing, sterilizing equipment/instruments and tracking them in an accurate and timely manner. This role also prepares operating room case carts, sterile trays and supplies for all areas of the hospital.
STERILE PROCESSING CLINICAL DUTIES
Prepares instrumentation and equipment for sterile processing. Verifies the sterilization process. Decontaminates and reprocesses all reusable equipment and instrumentation. Checks equipment for cleanliness, functional use; inventories and documents the quantity of each instrument per tray/container and wraps trays and product for sterilization in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs required biological and Bowie-Dick tests on a daily basis and records corresponding results. Records autoclave load contents and required statistics in a complete and accurate manner. Prepares case carts for the operating room based surgical needs and supplies. Work Experience Education High School Diploma or GED (Required) Vocational / Technical Degree (Preferred) Certification / Licensure / Registration Sterile Processing Technician Certification (Required)
Experience and Skills Required Skills:
Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Strong Customer Services Skills

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A Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes, cleans, and prepares medical equipment for use. May also help install and repair large equipment. Works in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$51,228 / year median in Maryland

+11% projected growth

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