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.
Responsible for decontamination of instruments at the completion of surgical procedures, processing those instruments for use on subsequent cases, sterilizing reusable instruments and/or supplies, and maintaining adequate levels of supplies used in surgery. Also performs quality control procedures and maintains records. Must take call on a rotating basis.
Job Specific:
Sort, disassemble, clean and disinfect trays, instruments, carts, supplies and equipment (EF). Select and use appropriate cleaning methods (EF). Load, operate and maintain cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing equipment (EF). Perform standard tests to monitor the effectiveness of sterilization procedures (EF). Sort, assemble and package medical / surgical instruments and equipment (EF). Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment and supplies (EF). Store and rotate sterilized items (EF). Provide instrument sets for surgical procedures and case carts for booked and emergency surgery (EF). Inventory, select and replenish supplies to medical / surgical carts on a regular basis, and monitor quota levels and changes in demand levels (EF). Make appropriate substitutions when necessary and report problems regarding availability of instruments and supplies (EF). Use computers to order supplies, process and maintain records (EF). Communicate with operating room personnel to provide required instruments and surgical supplies (EF). Routinely handle items that weigh up to 45 pounds and move loaded sterilization carts that weigh much more (EF). Must observe safety precautions to reduce the risk of exposure to infectious diseases and injury from hot surfaces (EF).
Hospital:
Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures. Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital's Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations. Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital's Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines. Performs within his/her professional Scope of Practice at all times.
Other Duties As Assigned:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required:
High school diploma or equivalency sufficient to permit proper handling of written work and understand verbal orders.
EXPERIENCE
Preferred:
At least six (6) months of previous experience in OR Sterile Processing; On-the-job training is offered
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Required:
Effective interpersonal communications skills; Skill in maintenance of equipment; Ability to follow written and oral instructions
COMPANY PROFILE
Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted "Best of the Best" hospital in Victoria for 14 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, currently renovating its 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community. Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who display respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and who consistently uphold the organization's commitment to providing outstanding outcomes and an excellent experience. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Health Medical, Dental, Vision
STD, LTD
Disability Supplemental Life, AD&D Flexible Spending (FSA) Employer paid life insurance Retirement/Investment Defined Benefit Pension Plan 457(b) Deferred Compensation Well-Being Benefits Paid Time Off & Sick leave Bereavement leave, Jury Duty/Witness Service Hospital-paid & administered annual immunizations HealthPlex (gym) membership discount YMCA partnership discount for childcare Employee Assistance Programs
