Ophthalmology Sterile Processing Tech

OMNI OPHTHALMIC MANAGEME NT; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification in Sterile Processing

Competitive salary

Team oriented culture

Job summary

OMNI OPHTHALMIC MANAGEMENT in West Orange, NJ, is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join our surgical team and ensure sterile environments and precise instrument handling. You will perform decontamination, sterilization per MIFU, maintain SPD inventory, verify preference cards, and support case setup from start to finish.

Applicants should have at least 2 years in SPD, a High School diploma, and BLS certification; certification in Sterile Processing is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a sterile processing department as a technician.
• Knowledge of the sterilization process, aseptic technique, and instrument care.
• Ability to follow manufacturer’s instructions for use (MIFU).
• Basic Life Support certification
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization procedures according to MIFU.
• Assist in preparing the surgical center for daily schedules and between cases.
• Maintain adequate inventory of SPD supplies and report shortages.
• Ensure a sterile environment throughout all procedures.
• Open sterile packs, instruments, and supplies, and assist in setting up surgical cases.
• Report and troubleshoot issues with instruments, sterilizers, and other equipment; implement MIFUs for all instruments and equipment.
• Verify surgeon's preference cards are current and accessible.
• Maintain all aspects of infection control protocols.
• Actively participate in identifying quality improvement and infection control issues.

Skills

Sterilization procedures

Aseptic technique

Infection control

MIFU knowledge

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

OMNI OPHTHALMIC MANAGEMENT in West Orange, NJ, is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join our surgical team and ensure sterile environments and precise instrument handling. You will perform decontamination, sterilization per MIFU, maintain SPD inventory, verify preference cards, and support case setup from start to finish.

Applicants should have at least 2 years in SPD, a High School diploma, and BLS certification; certification in Sterile Processing is a bonus.