Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Prepares instruments and supplies through cleaning, packing, sterilizing, and storing.
● Understands principles of sterilization techniques and operates sterilization equipment.
● Assembles and sets up instrument trays for operating room.
● Assist in department cost containment efforts.
● Decontaminates the complete range of medical and surgical supplies used in the center.
● Ensures the operation of the steam cleaning equipment, washer, sterilizer, and washer/ decontaminator are in compliance with established written guidelines.
● Ensures that all equipment is disassembled, cleaned, disinfected, reassembled and tested for proper operation
● Packages items, determines the method of sterilization, applies a class 5 chemical integrator, labels the package with the proper name of the item, and loads the item in the appropriate sterilizer.
● Prepares the full range of instrument trays and sets used in all surgical cases.
● Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
● Orients and mentors new staff members.
● Participates in Quality Assurance activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
· High School diploma or equivalent required
· At least one year of sterilization and instrumentation experience preferred
· Certified as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or equivalent, required
· Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider required
· Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
· Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/ or equipment up to 50 lbs.
Personal Qualifications: Must exhibit courteous communication skills and the ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in the performance of job duties. Presents self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Ambulatory surgery center
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person