Sterile Processing Technician - Surgery Center

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to prepare and sterilize reusable medical instruments according to department policies. You will inspect, assemble, and issue instrument sets, maintain inventory, and support infection control standards.

A high school diploma is required; no prior experience is needed; good communication and physical endurance are important. This on-site role involves standing for long periods and assisting with recalls and storage in the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• Good interpersonal communication and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Process all reusable medical/surgical items for issue according to department policies.
• Sterilize instruments and equipment following manufacturer guidelines.
• Inspect patient care equipment for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Assemble instrument sets and package them for sterilizing.
• Distribute sterile equipment and notify personnel for recalls.
• Restock supplies and maintain inventory in Central Processing.
• Adhere to infection control and environmental standards.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Processes all reusable medical/surgical items for issue according to departmental and infection control policy and procedures.
• Sterilizes instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control guidelines. Completes thorough cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Processes patient care equipment for re-issue. Inspects patient care equipment for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Inspects surgical instruments and equipment for proper functioning.
• Performs biological indicator tests on the Steam sterilizers and the Sterrad Unit and Steris One.
• Assembles instrument sets according to department protocols. Packages instrument sets for sterilizing.
• Distributes sterile equipment to appropriate areas. Communicates and notifies all personnel for the recall of sterilized items.
• Restocks surgery unit with medical/surgical supplies. Maintains established supply levels in the Central Processing area.
• Revises department policies to meet the department standards. Observes environmental standards for the Central Processing area.
• Lifts, carries and/or pushes/pull various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper technique.

Major Responsibilities

• Processes all reusable medical/surgical items for issue according to departmental and infection control policy and procedures.
• Sterilizes instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control guidelines. Completes thorough cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Processes patient care equipment for re-issue. Inspects patient care equipment for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Inspects surgical instruments and equipment for proper functioning.
• Performs biological indicator tests on the Steam sterilizers and the Sterrad Unit and Steris One.
• Assembles instrument sets according to department protocols. Packages instrument sets for sterilizing.
• Distributes sterile equipment to appropriate areas. Communicates and notifies all personnel for the recall of sterilized items.
• Restocks surgery unit with medical/surgical supplies. Maintains established supply levels in the Central Processing area.
• Revises department policies to meet the department standards. Observes environmental standards for the Central Processing area.
• Lifts, carries and/or pushes/pull various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper technique.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• None Required.

Education Required

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Good interpersonal communication skills. Requires the ability to receive and present information with proper conduct and tact.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders on a daily basis.
• Must be able to:
• lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead
• lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance
• Must be able to:
• push/pull with 20 lbs. of force
• Position requires repetitive use of feet (i.e., heat sealer, sonic cleaner).
• Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
• May be exposed to chemical hazards; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.