Sterile Processing Technician PRN

Townsen Memorial; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Townsen Memorial Hospital- Humble is seeking a PRN Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will operate sterile processing equipment, decontaminate and sterilize instruments, and ensure strict adherence to infection control standards.

Responsibilities include documentation, inventory management, and collaboration with OR staff to prepare trays and support room readiness. A SPD certification and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• One year of healthcare experience in the last three years.
• SPD Certification from an accredited program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates sterile processing equipment (washers, steam, gas, ultrasonic and chemical sterilizers).
• Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records.
• Inspects, assembles and tests general and specialty instrumentation for proper functioning.
• Performs simple maintenance on equipment (e.g., cleans filters and drains).
• Prepares trays for designated areas according to policies and procedures.
• Ensures count sheets are correct and updated as necessary.
• Prepares and pulls instruments for cases and assists with OR room readiness.
• Stocks, manages and documents inventory appropriately to avoid shortages of supplies and materials.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of client information.
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for healthcare professionals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Sterile processing

HIPAA compliance

Teamwork

Organization

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma or GED

SPD Certification from an accredited program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Townsen Memorial Hospital- Humble is looking for a PRN Sterile Processing Technician to join our team!

SUMMARY:

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for ensuring a sterile and functioning supply of materials and equipment while maintaining an understanding of microbiology and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician will collect, clean, decontaminate, disinfect and/or sterilize surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment according to established standards and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates sterile processing equipment (washers, steam, gas, ultrasonic and chemical sterilizers)
• Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records
• Inspects, assembles and tests general and specialty instrumentation for proper functioning
• Performs simple maintenance on equipment (e.g., cleans filters and drains)
• Prepares trays for designated areas according to policies and procedures
• Ensures count sheets are correct and updated as necessary
• Prepares and pulls instruments for cases and assists with OR room readiness
• Selects appropriate method of sterilization for equipment or supplies
• Stocks, manages and documents inventory appropriately to avoid shortages of supplies and materials
• Maintains strict confidentiality of client information
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for healthcare professionals
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read, communicate effectively and understand medical/surgical terminology
• Knowledge of reusable surgical instrumentation, microsurgical instrumentation, and power equipment
• Knowledge of sterile processing equipment (washers, steam, gas, ultrasonic and chemical sterilizers)
• Knowledge of cleaning patient care equipment including but not limited to IV pumps, PCAs, CPM machines, pneumatic pumps, hypo/hyperthermia units
• Knowledge of different types of sterilization materials and equipment
• Knowledge of SPD equipment, troubleshooting and infectious control practices
• Knowledge of proper equipment usage for accurate uses when pulling instruments for cases
• Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with HIPAA regulations and state requirements
• Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
• Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner
• Ability to complete additional educational requirements as assigned by due dates

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED
• One (1) year of current experience within the last three years in a healthcare setting
• SPD Certification from an accredited program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.