Sterile Processing Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare seeks a Sterile Processing Tech to support decontamination and sterile processing, collaborating with OR staff to provide sterile instruments for operative procedures.

The role requires attention to detail, aseptic technique knowledge, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a Mon-Fri 11am-7:30pm schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; English instruction preferred.
• At least 1 year in central sterile, decontamination or sterile processing.
• Central Sterile Processing Technician Certificate required.
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques; instrumentation familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, cleans and processes items per established standards.
• Collaborates with OR staff to provide sterile instruments and equipment.
• Manages inventory, scheduling and communication for the department.
• Performs sterility assurance testing to meet regulatory requirements.
• Documents sterilization processes accurately for regulatory tracking.
• Other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Central sterile processing experience

Aseptic technique knowledge

Attention to detail

English reading ability

Effective communication

Self-motivation and prioritization

Adaptability to workload changes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Central Sterile Processing Technician Certificate

Job description

Position Summary- Sterile Processing Tech: Mon-Fri 11am-7:30pm

Provides services in the decontamination and sterile processing areas whenever monitoring of sterilizers is needed. Collaborates with OR staff to provide sterile instruments and equipment needed for operative procedures. Assists with ongoing inventory of sterile supplies, equipment, schedule completion and communication for the department. Position performs duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision.

• Decontaminates, cleans and processes items according to established standards.
• Utilizes equipment in the sterile processing environment according to manufacturer's guidelines.
• Inspects and correctly assembles instrument trays replacing broken or lost instruments as needed.
• Maintains power equipment according to established standards.
• Perform sterility assurance testing to meet regulatory requirements.
• Completes documentation of the sterilization process accurately to meet regulatory standards and provide tracking mechanisms.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Special Skills:

• Ability to read in English to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Must perform repetitive duties on a daily basis, be detail minded and organized.
• Must be self-motivated and able to coordinate and prioritize workload in order to complete work and meet daily deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changes in workload and flexibility to adjust work scheduled as assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers.
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of instrumentation, equipment and supplies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High school or equivalent preferred to enable individual to follow oral or written instruction in English.
• Experience: One year of central sterile, decontamination or sterile processing
• Certification/Registration: Central Sterile Processing Technician Certificate.