Sterile Processing Tech

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,540 - 37,084; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Washington is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to perform decontamination and sterilization procedures for medical supplies and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some experience, and certification as a Sterile Processing Technician is preferred. This role offers a salary range of $18.54 to $26.92 per hour.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months experience preferred.
• Certification as Sterile Processing Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and processes surgical instruments and equipment.
• Sorts, assembles, and wraps instruments for sterilization.
• Monitors sterilizers for proper functioning.
• Completes daily productivity reports.

Skills

Ability to read and write

Knowledge of grammar

Basic arithmetic including fractions and decimals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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General Summary Of Position
Performs decontamination, sterilization, and processing of supplies and equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures. May be assigned to different areas of Sterile Processing, focusing on a variety of duties which all require the use of state-of-the-art sterile processing methods.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Cleans carts, surgical instruments, power and specialty equipment, and utensils using washer-sterilizers, sonic washers and dryers, per established procedures. Checks equipment to determine proper functioning.
• Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments, specialty equipment and utensils for sterilization, distribution, or storage, according to department standards.
• Examines procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy and condition and co-signs listings.
• Assembles and packages linen used for exchange and case carts, test packs and departments. Assists in assembling operating room (OR) case carts, e.g. emergency, eye, etc.
• Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using gas and steam sterilizers and gas aerators.
• Monitors sterilizers, aerators, and washer-sterilizers for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.
• Inventories/stocks OR POD carts, exchange carts and storage cabinets. Removes damaged and/or outdated items, following established policies and procedures.
• Completes daily productivity reports and initials all work performed, as required.
• Attends seminars and in-services to attain certification/registration and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience: 6 to 12 months experience preferred
• Licenses and Certifications: Certification as Sterile Processing Technician and current registration preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Requires the ability to read and write; knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimals. May require the use of standard office/medical equipment and the preparation, comparison or checking of reports and related data; basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application.

This position has a hiring range of $18.54 - $26.92.