Sterile Processing Technician

Beloit Health System, Inc.; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Beloit Memorial Hospital in Beloit, WI is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician on a per diem basis to support sterile processing activities in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role includes decontamination, sterilization, and set assembly with accurate record keeping. Certification must be completed within 6 months of hire; prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience is desirable for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be certified within 6 months of hire date.
• One year of Sterile Processing, OR Room Procedure Support Technician or Surgical Tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and orders supplies for packaging and keeps shelves stocked.
• Sends equipment in need of repair to the proper department.
• Packages items according to AAMI standards.
• Performs miscellaneous cleaning duties as assigned.
• Maintains sterilization records as indicated by policy.
• Completes other assigned job duties.
• Handles hazardous waste properly and follows procedures.
• Operates sonic and washer disinfecting equipment.
• Uses various chemicals to clean items properly.
• Follows correct techniques in care, handling and cleaning of instruments.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Sterilization

Surgical tech

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beloit Memorial Hospital is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician at Beloit Memorial Hospital in Beloit, WI.

• Shift: Per Diem/Varied
• Schedule: Per Diem/Varied
• Hours per week: Per Diem/Varied
• Benefits Status: Not Eligible
• Department: Sterile Processing Technician

The Sterile Processing Technician maintains recommended standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing surgical instruments in an accurate and timely manner. The Sterile Processing Technician performs sterilization, assembly and storage of medical supplies and equipment.

The Sterile Processing Technician will:

• Maintains and orders supplies from storeroom as needed for packaging and keeps shelves stocked
• Sends equipment in need of repair to the proper department
• Packages various items according to AAMI standards
• Performs miscellaneous cleaning duties as assigned
• Maintains sterilization records as indicated by policy
• Completes other assigned job duties
• Decontamination Side:
• Handles hazardous waste properly and follows procedures.
• Operates sonic and washer disinfecting equipment
• Uses various chemicals to clean items properly
• Follows the correct techniques in the care, handling and cleaning of instruments and items.
• Performs miscellaneous cleaning duties as assigned.
• Follows manufacturer's instructions carefully when performing duties.
• Processing Side:
• Uses various methods of sterilization in processing items.
• Carefully cleans the sterilizing equipment and troubleshoots problems.
• Assembles trays of instruments for various departments.
• Maintains accurate records for each sterilization load.
• Uses STERRAD according to manufacturer's recommendations.
• Cleans the department as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be certified within 6 months of hire date
• Previous Experience Desired: One year of Sterile Processing, OR Room Procedure Support Technician or Surgical Tech experience required.
• Personal Protective equipment required; such as, goggles, mask, gloves and gown.
• Must adhere to established hospital and Sterile Processing Department policies, rules and regulations.
• Maintains ethical conduct and keeps confidential personal and medical information about patients.