Sterile Processor

Paycom - ATS; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Summit Medical Center in Edmond, OK is seeking an Instrument Technician responsible for instrument care and maintenance of the sterile processing area and equipment. The role requires teamwork and flexibility as staff may be cross-trained and duties adjusted to meet patient needs.

You will work full-time day shift, join a team focused on safety, quality assurance, and infection control, with opportunities to participate in educational programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in surgical instrument sterilization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes and maintains instruments in good working condition
• Assembles instrument trays correctly and ensures content is accuracy
• Flash sterilizes instrument sets as necessary
• Documents sterilizer load information and Biologic testing records
• Maintains sterile processing equipment and supply inventory
• Assists with preparation and cleaning of operating rooms between patients
• Adheres to center policies, safety, and infection control standards
• Maintains confidentiality and follows quality improvement activities

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Surgical instrument sterilization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Summit Medical Center - Edmond, OK 73013, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, Position Summary: The Instrument Technician is responsible for all aspects of instrument care as well as the maintenance of the sterile processing area and proper functioning of sterile processing equipment.

The staffing of Summit Medical Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross-trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes and maintains instruments in good working condition
• Assures all instrument trays are assembled properly and content is correct
• Flash sterilizes instrument sets as necessary
• Documents and maintains sterilizer load information
• Documents and maintains sterilizer Biologic testing records
• Maintains all sterile processing equipment
• Maintains supply inventory in the scrub sinkarea
• Assist with preparation and cleaning of operating rooms between patients
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested
• Maintains established center/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
• Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies
• Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and center related business
• Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors and other center employees
• Documents concisely, precisely and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.
• Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and center business

SMC offers a competitive benefits program to full-time employees and their families. SMC pays the majority of the benefit, while a low premium cost is deducted from the employee's paycheck on a pretax basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person

Qualifications: Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Basic computer knowledge a must
• Minimum 1 year experience in surgical instrument sterilization field preferred

Special Skills and Knowledge:

• Care and handling of surgical instruments
• Use of sterilizers
• Monitoring the sterilization process
• Proper loading of the sterilizer
• Proper handling of sterilized packages
• Principles of Standard Precaution

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to function as a member of the surgical team
• Compliance with the attendance policy
• Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs
• Ability to respond quickly, physically and mentally when priorities change

Physical/Mental Requirements for Position:

• Ability to read and write (legibly)
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively
• Ability to understand and resolve simple problems
• Ability to understand simple instructions
• Ability to constantly walk, stand, and/or lift
• Ability to frequently utilize full range of motion, including crouching, stooping, reaching, bending and twisting
• Ability to frequently lift, pull, push with assistance of one other person, the weight of the average patient
• Ability to see and hear and distinguish color
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to function independently without constant supervision

Bloodborne Pathogen Classification: Category 1-Occupational exposure