Sterile Processing Technician

ReFocus Eye Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join ReFocus Eye Health in Pennsylvania as a Sterile Processing Technician, vital for maintaining the integrity of surgical instruments and a safe environment. You will perform sterilization, assist with surgical suite preparation, and ensure adherence to infection control protocols.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience, strong knowledge of sterilization processes, and a Basic Life Support certification. ReFocus promotes a collaborative and caring work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a sterile processing department as a technician.
• Ability to follow manufacturer's instructions for use (MIFU).
• Knowledge of sterilization process and instrument care.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization procedures.
• Assist in preparing the surgical center for daily schedules.
• Maintain adequate inventory of SPD supplies and report shortages.
• Ensure a sterile environment throughout all procedures.
• Open sterile packs and assist in setting up surgical cases.
• Report and troubleshoot issues with instruments and sterilizers.
• Verify surgeon's preference cards are current.
• Maintain infection control protocols.
• Participate in identifying quality improvement issues.

Skills

Sterilization process knowledge

Aseptic technique

Basic Life Support certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sterilizers

Job description

Description

Join Our Surgical Team as a Sterile Processing Technician!

Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a meticulous and experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join our surgical team. You will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our surgical instruments and ensuring a safe and sterile environment for our patients

Your Impact:

• Instrument Sterilization & Decontamination: Perform decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization procedures according to MIFU.
• Surgical Suite Preparation: Assist in preparing the surgical center for daily schedules and between cases.
• Inventory Management: Maintain adequate inventory of SPD supplies and report shortages.
• Sterile Environment Maintenance: Ensure a sterile environment throughout all procedures.
• Equipment & Supply Handling: Open sterile packs, instruments, and supplies, and assist in setting up surgical cases.
• Instrument & Equipment Maintenance: Report and troubleshoot issues with instruments, sterilizers, and other equipment. Implement MIFUs for all instruments and equipment.
• Preference Card Verification: Verify surgeon's preference cards are current and accessible.
• Infection Control Compliance: Maintain all aspects of infection control protocols.
• Quality Improvement: Actively participate in identifying quality improvement and infection control issues.

What You'll Bring/Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a sterile processing department as a technician.
• Knowledge of the sterilization process, aseptic technique, and instrument care.
• Ability to follow manufacturer's instructions for use (MIFU).
• Basic Life Support certification
• High school diploma or equivalent

Bonus Points:

• Certification in Sterile Processing.

We thrive on: Care for our patients and team, effective Collaboration, and a commitment to Elevate.

Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.