Sterile Processing Tech I/II

Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician participates in collection, decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, wrapping, scanning, sterilizing, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instruments within the guidelines of the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. Works collaboratively with all departments to ensure efficient, safe and effective instrument reprocessing. Models excellence in customer service, ensuring the highest standards for both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring all procedural instrumentation is collected, cleaned, decontaminated, assembled, sterilized and/or high-level disinfected within the guidelines of the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).

Verifies that instruments are in open position, free form bioburden and functions properly prior to sterilization. Alerts supervisor if an instrument is in need of repair or replacement.

Follows established manufacture INSTRUCTION FOR USE (IFU) when processing instrumentation. Alert supervisor if IFU's are needed.

Maintains and monitors all required biological/chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments.

Documents and maintains appropriate sterilization records in accordance with AAMI and department policy.

Sorts mismatched sets of instruments to ensure availability and completeness of instrument trays. Informs supervisor when an instrument is missing or required to complete a tray.

Demonstrates proficiency with preparing procedure case carts with appropriate instruments and supplies needed per department schedule.

Maintains a clean organized work area within the department. Adhering to OSHA standards.

Participates in departmental policies/procedures development, quality improvement projects, infection control practices, OSHA standards and MSDS awareness within the department.

Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills with all internal and external customers.

Completes all department required competencies including orientation and annual requirements.

Participates in department continued education to foster an environment of proficiency in sterile processing.

Responsible for serving as department preceptors.

Participate in the development of in services and education for staff.

Maintain and monitor departmental telephone during scheduled shift.

Responsible for running SPM reports and educating staff and informing management of any discrepancies.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required- or higher.
More than 2 Years of Sterile Processing Experience.
No Certification Required.

Pay Range

$16.64 - $24.26

Other Information

Shift Expectations: 1st Shift: Mon- Thu 8:00-4:30, Fridays 8:00-12:00 rotating, call Sat and Sun days rotating.

ECU Health

About ECU Health North Hospital

ECU Health North Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited, 204-bed acute bed facility serving Halifax, Northampton and Warren counties in the north-central region of North Carolina. Its service area also reaches into southern Virginia. With more than 800 team members, the hospital offers a broad range of medical and surgical services. It features a 24-hour emergency department and offers advanced diagnostics as well as specialty and primary care.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.