STERILE PROCESSING TECH.
- Expected pay for this position is $17.87-$25.02. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
- MDH Benefits package includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 457B and employer match for FT Employees
- Company paid STD and LTD
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Job Summary
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Responsible for preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment, maintaining the sterile processing areas, and receiving and distributing surgical supplies and equipment.
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Job Specifications
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Required: High school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.
- Preferred:
- One year of sterile processing experience
- Central Supply Processing Department Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification
- Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification
- Computer skills (eg, Microsoft® PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
JOB KNOWLEDGE: No previous job knowledge is required; however, knowledge of central supply operations and sterile techniques is desirable.
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ABILITIES, INTERESTS AND TEMPERAMENTS
- Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
- Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing and packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment.
- Distribute medical and surgical supplies from sterile processing areas to other areas within the facility or health care organization as needed.
- Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment.
- Follow safety procedures and manufacturer’s instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
- Operate equipment used in the sterile processing areas safely and according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
- Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas.
- Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physician’s preference lists and anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
- Inventory, receive, and restock materials used for supporting sterile processing services.
- Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.
- Exhibit professional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Assist with improving the quality of sterile processing services.
- Assist with identifying pertinent evidence to establish benchmarks as directed.
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Compensation details: 17.87-25.02 Hourly Wage
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