Sterile Processing Technician

southshorehealth; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

South Shore Health in Weymouth, MA, is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to support the preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. The role requires 2+ years in sterile processing within a hospital setting and completion of or enrollment in a Sterile Processing Technician program.

You will ensure proper functioning and cleanliness of instruments, maintain load records, and collaborate with OR staff to achieve timely case readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital sterile processing or central supply environments.
• Knowledge of sterilization methods, indicators, and load tracking.
• Ability to document and log sterilization cycles accurately.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments per standards.
• Prepare and distribute case carts and supplies for procedures.
• Maintain documentation of sterilization processes and equipment monitoring.
• Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines at all times.

Skills

Sterile processing

Job description

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment according to established standards and protocols
• Ensure proper functioning and cleanliness of all instrumentation
• Prepare and distribute case carts and supplies for surgical procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation of sterilization processes and equipment monitoring
• Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines at all times
• Collaborate with Operating Room staff and other departments to ensure timely case readiness
• Compensation Pay Range:
• $23.30 - $33.30
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• 1 - Demonstrates a clear understanding of all sterilization functions and control methods.
• a - All items are correctly sorted according to the appropriate mode of sterilization.
• b - The correct wrap, sealing tape, and chemical indicators are chosen in accordance with the selected sterilization process.
• c - Items are loaded in the approved manner and properly logged on the load record sheet.
• d - Each item and the load record sheet are stamped with a load control sticker that indicates the sterilizer number, load number, and Julian date of processing.
• e - Machine printout tapes are checked to assure all parameters of sterilization were met, cycle was completed, and initials are documented on each tape.
• f - All documentation is completed for each sterilization cycle.
• 2 - Performs all assigned duties while in assembly/packing area with demonstrated understanding of guidelines and principles for Sterile Processing.
• a - Kits are correctly identified and proper count sheet is selected to assemble the kit.
• c - Count sheets are used to assemble sets and are initialed before placing in the set.
• d - The proper chemical indicator is placed in the instrument tray or package before wrapping.
• e - All instrument trays are wrapped with appropriately sized paper and are closed with the correct sealing tape.
• f - Individual instruments are peel pouched or wrapped correctly.
• g - Items are labeled as to contents, department of use, and initialed.
• h - Items are properly sterilized and allowed to cool before returning them to inventory.
• i - Work area is kept neat, left clean, and all kits in your work area have been completed by the end of your shift
• 3 - Performs all assigned duties while in the decontamination area with demonstrated understanding of CDC mandates and department guidelines.
• a - Proper dress and protective gear is used at all times.
• b - Properly utilizes the dirty lifts and empties them in a timely manner.
• c - Empties and processes contents of one case cart at a time to limit cross-contamination and help track instruments and equipment.
• d - Instruments are sorted according to immersability, heat sensitivity, and delicateness before cleaning in the approved manner.
• e - Hand washed items are carefully inspected and handled appropriately during the cleaning process. Items are placed in the pass-through windows in a timely fashion to maintain a good work flow.
• f - Grossly soiled items are soaked and scrubbed in the sinks before placing in the ultrasonic cleaner or washer-decontaminators.
• g - Washer racks are loaded correctly to prevent injury to staff, damage to instruments, and harm to the machines.
• h - Properly loads and unloads the case cart washer with regard to personal injury and damage to machinery.
• i - Work area is kept neat and left clean and orderly at the end of your shift.
• 4 - Performs and accurately documents testing of all sterilizers.
• a - Completes Bowie-Dick testing daily in each steam autoclave and interprets results. Documentation is accurately recorded.
• b - Completes a Diagnostic test on each Steris System 1 and attaches the machine printout tape to the Steris logbook.
• c - Includes a biological test in each sterilizer on the first load of the day. Biological is planted in the incubator and required documentation is recorded in the log

Health insurance

Additional Information

Requisition Number:R-23345Facility:LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190Department Name:SSH CPDStatus:Full timeBudgeted Hours:40Shift:Night (United States of America)Sterile Processing TechnicianJoin a dedicated team committed to patient safety and surgical excellence. South Shore Health is seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician to support the preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment.Prior 2+ years sterile processing experience in hospital setting required in addition to completion of or enrollment in Sterile Processing Technician certification program.

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