Sterile Processing Technician

carilionclinic; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Christiansburg, VA seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, sterilize and prepare instruments for surgical operations. You will support patient care by ensuring sterile processing workflows meet required standards.

The role requires high school diploma and about 1 year of experience. Compensation ranges from $17.39 to $24.35 per hour with a standard day/evening schedule in a healthcare facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Requires basic interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes instruments and equipment for patient care.
• Cleans, cultures, tests, and operates various sterilizers.
• Collaborates with surgical team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Sterilization

Instrument handling

Team collaboration

Aseptic technique

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Sterilizers

Documentation systems

Job description

Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Facility: 2900 Lamb Cir - Christiansburg Requisition Number: R161913 STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates, sterilizes, and prepares instruments and equipment, supporting surgical operations and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, assembles, sterilizers, and distributes instruments, supplies, and equipment for patient care.
• Cleans, cultures, tests, and operates various sterilizers.
• Collaborates with other members of the surgical team to ensure quality patient care.
• CRMH-Prepares case carts for Operating Room and Cardiac Surgery.
• CRCH - prepares case carts for Operating Room, OB/OR, and Labor & Delivery.
• Maintains assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition to maintain required standards for handling sterilized and clean materials and to maintain a safe work environment.
• Sterilize instruments, equipment, linen, and supplies using various types of sterilizers and aerators. Load sterilizers in the prescribed manner and set controls to specified time and temperature according to material and requirements of items being sterilized. Verify appropriate sterilization cycle to ensure all parameters have been met. Complete appropriate documentation records.
• Identifies and assemble instrument procedure trays according to the prescribed manner. Wrap package and handle all items following procedure. Mark items with identifying data and distributes or store in designated area. Notify appropriate CTL or Manager when unable to replace parts or with equipment deficiencies in the work area.
• Dispense products requested for sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies. Assign priority to emergency requests and issue required supplies and equipment based on knowledge of procedure intended. Assemble and wrap materials, instruments, and supplies according to established aseptic techniques.
• Disassemble and clean instruments and equipment using approved chemical solution. Reassemble instruments and equipment after cleaning and operate to test for proper functioning. Replace lost or damaged parts. Complete required forms and transfer inoperable equipment to the appropriate area for repair.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily work assignments.
• Cleans and/or safely operates selected equipment within the department.
• Maintains accurate documentation related to activities, including responsibility for creation of lot numbers for all sterilized items for tracking and recall purposes.
• Effectively functions in crisis situations with appropriate actions based on sound judgement and submit appropriate communications.
• Prepares case carts for surgical procedures.
• May perform charge duties as needed and /or assigned.
• May assist in orientation of new employees to each work assignment area and total department operations as needed and /or assigned.
• Assists in problem solving. May be involved in process improvement initiatives/projects
• As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees.
• Champions Carilion's mission, vision, and values; comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code of conduct set forth by the company.

Requirements

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience: 1 year of experience.
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: None required. Life Support: None required.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Requires basic interpersonal skills.

Compensation Range: $17.39 - $24.35 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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