Sterile Processing Tech II / Per Diem / Rotating

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Massachusetts seeks a Sterile Processing Technician II to ensure high-quality standards in sterilization and processing of surgical instruments. The role involves disassembly, cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing equipment while collaborating with surgical teams to manage supplies required for operations.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of sterile processing experience and a relevant certification. The position values effective communication skills and knowledge of industry practices, contributing to the hospital's mission of excellence in care.

Qualifications

• Two years of sterile processing experience in an operative setting.
• Registration as a Central Service Technician (C.R.C.S.T) or equivalent.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Inspect and package instruments for sterilization.
• Load and operate sterilization equipment.
• Respond to emergency case requirements.

Skills

Sterile processing functions

Disinfection and decontamination techniques

Biological testing of sterilizers

Computer systems knowledge (EPIC, CSIQ/SPM)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of Central Processing Technology Course

Job description

The Sterile Processing Technician II ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and established industry standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission, and critical goals of the organization into their job performance. Sterile Processing Technician II disassembles, cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes sterile instruments, flexible scopes and supplies used in the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department, and throughout the hospital; perform chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment.

Essential Functions

• Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment.
• Leak test, evaluate, clean/disinfect, and process flexible endoscopes.
• Inspect instrumentation for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Assemble surgical instruments and kits utilizing kit assembly information.
• Package, wrap, and prepare kit/instrument loads for sterilization.
• Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment.
• Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment.
• Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments.
• Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner.
• Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon specific preference cards.
• Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes.
• Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor.
• Utilize a variety of computer systems. Existing knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM is preferred.
• Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers.
• May be required to rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills required.
• Completion of Central Processing Technology Course required.

Experience

• At least two (2) years of sterile processing experience required performing all Sterile Processing functions within an operative setting.

License / Registration

Registered Central Service Technician (C.R.C.S.T) or Certified Sterile Process/Dist Tech (C.S.P.D.T) or equivalent required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates proper preparation of instruments for sterilization.
• Practices proper techniques for all biological testing of sterilizers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of steam sterilization and associated record-keeping.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of Sterrad low temp sterilization and associated record-keeping.
• Practices proper technique for cleaning, disinfecting, and decontamination of instrumentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of utilizing the endoscope processor and associated record-keeping.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of cleaning and disinfecting flexible scopes.
• Demonstrates understanding of the distribution systems utilized by the department.
• Demonstrates the proper utilization of the computer systems. Existing knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM is preferred.
• Demonstrates the procedures for providing cases to the Operating Room.
• Participates in department quality improvement/performance improvement processes.

Additional Job Description

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.