Sterile Processing Specialist — OR Prep & Instrument Care

Indiana Ortho; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Ortho in Noblesville, IN is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of supplies and instruments used in patient care, following facility standards and policies.

Responsibilities include cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, logging instruments, operating sterilizers, washer, and ultrasonic cleaner, and assisting with OR setup, patient transport, and stocking. Two years in sterile processing is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CRCST or equivalent experience preferred.
• Two years sterile processing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile processing in outpatient or ambulatory settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean, wrap, sterilize, store, and distribute equipment, supplies, and instruments used in patient care.
• Operate and maintain sterilizers, instrument washers, and ultrasonic cleaners per guidelines.
• Log instruments in sterilization loads and perform related biological/quality tests.
• Assist with cleaning operating room before/after surgeries and OR setup.
• Assist with preparation, transportation, and monitoring of patients as needed.
• Maintain inventory and stock supplies; report needs to Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Handle medical waste removal and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST or equivalent experience and education

Tools

Sterilizer operation

Instrument washer

Ultrasonic cleaner

Job description

Indiana Ortho in Noblesville, IN is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of supplies and instruments used in patient care, following facility standards and policies.

Responsibilities include cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, logging instruments, operating sterilizers, washer, and ultrasonic cleaner, and assisting with OR setup, patient transport, and stocking. Two years in sterile processing is preferred.