Sterile Processing Tech - Instrument Sterilization Pro

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters; Virginia Beach (VA); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontaminating, sterilizing, and inspecting surgical instruments and medical devices to ensure a sterile and ready supply of materials. The role involves maintaining records, coordinating with teams, and following infection control standards.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, tray preparation, inventory management, and adherence to OSHA standards. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a healthcare setting.

Formación

• Knowledge of microbiology and infection control standards.
• Ability to work effectively within role, independently and with other team members.
• Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 12 Continuing Education credits related to Sterile Processing.
• Preferred completion of Central Service/Sterile Processing Technician course.

Responsabilidades

• Decontaminates and sterilizes surgical instruments, medical devices and patient care equipment.
• Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records.
• Inspects, assembles and tests all instrumentation.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on equipment as describe by instructions for use.
• Prepares trays for designated areas according to manufacturer’s instruction for use.
• Documents and maintains inventory of operational supplies and materials.
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Microbiology knowledge

Infection control standards

Teamwork

Organization/time management

Educación

High school diploma

12 CE credits in Sterile Processing

Central Service/Sterile Processing Technician course (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontaminating, sterilizing, and inspecting surgical instruments and medical devices to ensure a sterile and ready supply of materials. The role involves maintaining records, coordinating with teams, and following infection control standards.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, tray preparation, inventory management, and adherence to OSHA standards. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a healthcare setting.