Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization Expert

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition and certification support

Dependent scholarships

Fertility and family building support

Life insurance

Résumé du poste

HCA Healthcare, in partnership with Alaska Surgery Center, is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to maintain instrument sterility and proper processing workflows under supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will perform cleaning, sterilization and disinfection tasks essential to patient safety across surgical areas.

The role requires knowledge of sterilization methods, adherence to quality controls, and certification in Central Processing or BCLS where applicable.

Qualifications

• Training in basic aseptic technique and sterile processing
• One year experience in surgical instrument sterilization processing, preferably in an acute care or ambulatory surgery center environment
• Valid BCLS Certification upon employment (online certification not acceptable)
• Certification in Central Processing as per facility and state regulatory requirements

Responsabilités

• Demonstrate knowledge related to maintenance, cleanliness and sterilization of instruments and equipment
• Demonstrate awareness of appropriate sterilization methods needed for different instruments in accordance with manufacturer instructions
• Demonstrate knowledge of high level disinfection and sterilization of endoscopy equipment
• Monitor and record all test loads and sterilization cycles and report any deviation from normal functioning to OR Coordinator or Nurse Manager
• Maintain accurate records for PM’s for equipment and report any deviation from normal functioning to OR Coordinator or Nurse Manager
• Test operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and report problems to OR Coordinator or Nurse Manager
• Monitor all instrumentation for proper sterilization prior to releasing for use
• Perform required quality controls e.g. Bowie Dick, DART, Biological Monitoring, Disinfecting Solution Efficacy Testing, Test Strips

Connaissances

Aseptic technique

Sterile processing experience

Formation

BCLS Certification

Central Processing Certification

Description du poste

HCA Healthcare, in partnership with Alaska Surgery Center, is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to maintain instrument sterility and proper processing workflows under supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will perform cleaning, sterilization and disinfection tasks essential to patient safety across surgical areas.

The role requires knowledge of sterilization methods, adherence to quality controls, and certification in Central Processing or BCLS where applicable.