Sterile Processing Tech I - Galveston

Utmb; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to support the surgical services team. Under supervision, you will decontaminate, assemble, and transport surgical trays and instruments according to approved listings.

You will document sterilizer results, follow Universal Precautions, maintain instrument counts, and interact with clinical staff to ensure timely delivery and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in decontaminating surgical instruments per standards.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions and safety protocols.
• Maintains accurate instrument counts and prepares cases.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment.
• Records sterilizer results and daily data.
• Follows MSDS directions and uses proper cleaners.
• Checks instruments for cleanliness and function.
• Assembles surgical trays per Listings and picks case carts.
• Maintains supplies and communicates issues to supervisor.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument decontamination

Safety procedures

Tools

Abacus Instrument/Equipment Tracking system

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, prepares, assembles, maintains, and transports surgical trays, instruments, and equipment following established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing.

JOB DUTIES:

• Decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment as needed by keeping a continuous flow of equipment moving through the process.
• Records biological testing, immediate use sterilization load results, and all other data from all sterilizers on a daily basis.
• Utilizes appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and MSDS sheets.
• Requests manufacturer`s guidelines for proper decontamination of loaner instruments.
• Follows industry and hospital standards associated with the transport of contaminated instruments and equipment.
• Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the decontamination area.
• Inspects all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing theinstruments before assembly.
• Assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings.
• Wraps or pouches items according to size and type of instrument or equipment.
• Interacts with customers to ensure prompt delivery of needed equipment.
• Maintains accurate instrument counts for all surgical sets to be assembled and informssupervisor of any discrepancies.
• Communicates any issues that arise with instrument preparation to the Sterile ProcessingSupervisor or Manager.
• Sterilizes instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed policies and procedures.
• Challenges the sterilization process by using internal, external and biological monitoringsystems appropriately.
• Monitors, reads, documents, and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to insureproper function and patient safety.
• Picks surgical case carts by following established Surgeon Preference Cards or ProceduralPick list / requisition.

Case Carts & Supplies:

• Assembles and distributes case carts per department policy.
• Picks surgical case carts by following established Surgeon Preference Cards or ProceduralPick list / requisition.
• Prepares surgical emergency case carts for emergent procedures.
• Distributes all sterile and non-sterile supplies upon request or case cart requisition.
• Orders and puts away supplies and linens upon request.

In addition to the functions categorized above, the Sterile Processing Technician I:

• Sanitizes the workstation at the end of each shift.
• Utilizes the Abacus Instrument/Equipment Tracking system per department protocol.
• Effectively communicates, verbally and in writing, with customers, peers, and visitors.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues associated with instruments or equipment.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

SALARY RANGE

Actual salary commensurate with experience.

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.