Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Ntmconline; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NTMC in Gainesville, TX is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician under the supervision of the Director of Surgical Services. The role prepares instrument trays for both minor and major procedures, maintaining aseptic standards and coordinating with the floor team to minimize delays in surgery.

Responsibilities include organizing instruments, enforcing sterility monitors, maintaining records, and performing equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Current BLS Certification
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages a plus
• Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and assist with heavier loads as needed

Responsibilities

• Sets up and maintains instrument trays for procedures with aseptic guidelines.
• Organizes instruments and supplies for easy access and efficiency.
• Ensures sterilized items have required sterility monitors.
• Maintains records of all sterilization procedures and notifies the director of variances.
• Coordinates schedule and priorities with floor coordinator and physicians.
• Assists with other department functions as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Team player

Education

High School or better

Job description

Under the supervision of the Director of Surgical Services, the sterile processing technician is responsible for processing instrument trays and other supplies for surgical procedures, dependent on individual experience, and as per NTMC policy.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Sets up and maintains instrument trays for minor and major surgical procedures, applying principles of asepsis and other appropriate guidelines.
• Organizes instruments, equipment and supplies for easy access and maximum efficiency.
• Ensures that all sterilized items have required sterility monitors to validate effectiveness of sterile processing.
• Maintains accurate records of all sterilization procedures with immediate notification to the director of any variances, suspected or noted.
• Ensures minimal delays in surgical schedule as a result of instrument or equipment management.
• Uses patient transfer devices applying appropriate safety principles.
• Ensures that preventive maintenance and quality controls are provided for sterilization equipment.
• Applies safety procedures, universal precautions, and principles of asepsis in all actions.
• Uses appropriate instrument transport, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization techniques in the maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates effective hand washing, performed at task appropriate intervals.
• Manages inventory of specific instruments and supplies.
• Coordinates own schedule and priorities with floor coordinator, other department staff and physicians.
• Maintains awareness of own limitations, seeks guidance from appropriate coworkers. Does not accept inappropriate delegated assignments.
• Assists with/performs independently other department functions, such as endoscopy technician and scheduler/secretary.

BASIC SKILLS

• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a team member, supports and assist the team.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Current BLS Certification
• LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to assist with patients or equipment up to 500 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk 75% of shift on hard surfaces.
• Must be able to sit, bend, stoop and reach above one’s head

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

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