Full-time, 40 hours/week
M-F Days, 6:30AM-3PM Every other weekend and Holiday rotation
Onsite Akron, OH
Summary:
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for a combination of the following functions: decontamination, cleaning, assembly and sterilization of all instruments, and inventory control of Sterile Processing and Operating Room [OR] supplies.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly and sterilization of all instruments and equipment
- Responsible for inventory control of Sterile Processing and OR supplies.
- Must have working knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization, and regulatory standards biological monitoring.
- Ability to operate all sterilization equipment and recognize equipment malfunctions.
- Follows procedures for ordering and receiving supplies
- Participates in educational efforts for the department, unit, and hospital.
- Participates in various hospital activities as appropriate and as directed by the Manager.
- Other duties as required.
Other information:
Technical Expertise
- Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
- Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- Certification within one year of employment and/or one extension of 3 months to pass.
Note: If certification is not passed, employee may remain in this position with only annual increase eligibility (and market adjustments as needed)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to push and pull carts containing medical supplies and instruments.
- Ability to stand for extended periods during shift hours.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
- Exposure to biohazardous materials and sharp instruments; adherence to strict safety and infection control protocols is required.
Full Time
FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite