Sterile Processing Tech (HG GI)

Pinehurst Medical; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC) is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to reprocess GI endoscopes and accessories, perform high-level disinfection, and maintain equipment. You will ensure quality indicators and assist with supply ordering and room turnover in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support certification, with day shift hours Monday through Friday and no weekends. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Reprocess GI endoscopes and accessories and perform high-level disinfection.
• Maintain Automated Endoscope Reprocessors and monitor disinfectant efficacy.
• Document QA data, logbook entries, and assist with supplies and room turnover.
• Assist with patient transport and support sterile room activities as needed.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Regular Full-Time 15 Regional Drive Heather Glen, Pinehurst, NC, US

Pinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC)

PMC is a recognized healthcare provider in the communities of Moore County, Lee County, Cumberland County, Chatham County, and the surrounding six counties. Locally owned and managed, PMC offers a broad range of primary and specialty care services to the communities we serve. The physicians and healthcare team of professionals at PMC share a commitment to patient-centered care that is physician-led and utilizes the latest advances in medical technology. This combination of leading-edge medicine and deep compassion for the people we serve has been a hallmark of PMC since 1952. PMC consists of over 130 providers, approximately 750 employees, and 16 locations.

Benefits to support you and your family:

PMC is proud to support the total health and well-being of our team members so they can thrive personally and professionally. That’s why, as part of the PMC team, you’ll have a package of benefits that covers your health, well-being, family, and future.

What will you do as a PMC Sterile Processing Tech

As a PMC Sterile Processing Tech, you will serve as an essential part of the patient’s experience by performing a variety of duties related to the care and reprocessing of GI flexible endoscopes and accessories. The process includes meticulous manual cleaning of Endoscopes, leak testing of scope, instrument inspection, and scope washer operations.

A day in the life of a PMC Sterile Processing Tech

may include:

• Performs all components of reprocessing, high-level disinfection, care, and maintenance of GI endoscopes and equipment.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of Automated Endoscope Reprocessors, including monitoring and changing of high-level disinfectant; testing and documentation of disinfectant efficacy; changing of disinfectant and troubleshooting AER problems.
• Tests all equipment to verify proper working condition. Reports malfunction to supervisor.
• Perform and verify Quality Indicators are within range.
• Assists with the input of information into the database.
• Effectively communicates information regarding scope repairs, loaners, supplies, and QI information by maintaining documentation of all actions.
• Accurately records data in appropriate logbooks.
• Assists with the ordering and restocking of supplies.
• Assists with patient transport, procedure monitoring, room turnover, and instrument/equipment processing.
• Assists room personnel with patient preparations and positioning according to departmental policy.
• Assists in documenting and labeling specimens as the physician performs the endoscopic procedure.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sterile reprocessing, gastroenterology, or endo tech experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a Sterile Processor Tech preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, policies, and protocols desired

Shift: Day Shift (Monday through Friday) no weekends or holidays

Pay Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

The Pinehurst Medical Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.