Job Summary
The Sterile Processing Technician II is responsible for receiving, cleaning/disinfecting, processing, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing instruments and equipment handled by sterile processing. The Sterile Processing Technician II is extremely conscientious with regard to safety/sterilization protocols and procedures, and is expected to apply knowledge and experience gained to demonstrate competencies as outlined in this job description.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.
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Adhere to infection control guidelines, i.e. hand washing, PPE, dress code, and standard precautions
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Demonstrate competency in the operating of all equipment utilized in the decontamination area (ultrasonic unit, washer/disinfectors, dryer, and cart wash)
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Demonstrate competency in packaging techniques: use appropriate package according to size, utilize proper labeling of contents and expiration dates, and properly seal packages with tape or heat where appropriate to properly safeguard items needed protection in packaging (i.e. sharp or delicate instruments)
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Adhere to following all labeling and dating practices, ensuring the use of legible handwriting, accurate dating on packages, initialing of packs by the technician, correct codes, department, load/Julian date, appropriate marking pens, and the accurate identification of packages
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Sterilize instruments, equipment, utensils, linen, and supplies utilizing all types of autoclaves and aerators; load autoclaves in the prescribed manner and set controls to the specified time and temperature according to material and requirements of items being sterilized
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Demonstrate by explanation the functional operation of the steam and Sterrad sterilizers in terms of time, temperature, pressure, contact, and humidity; describe and understand Leak testing, Bowie/Dick testing, and appropriate documentation; describe what happens during each phase of the complete sterilization cycle
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Demonstrate the operation of the sterilizers in terms of: selection of cycle, temperature selection, sterilizing time selection, drying time selection, and closing and opening the door at the beginning and end of cycle
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Demonstrate an understanding of basic computer functions utilized within the department (i.e. patient ordering, credentialing, maintenance requests, printing requisitions, and hospital census)
Qualifications
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.
Education and Experience
Minimum Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education: Successful completion of a CRCST program
Experience: Current sterile processing or Operating Room experience with knowledge of surgical instrumentation, principles of infection control and sterilization, and an ability to identify, prepare, and assemble instrument trays utilizing instruments needed in general surgery
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Applicant must be CRCST/CBSPD certified; applicants who are not CRCST/CBSPD certified must be certified within 2 years of start date.
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