Sterile Process Technician at McLaren Health Care

Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Decontamination, Sterilization, Instrumentation Inspection, Equipment Checks, Surgical Case Preparation, Documentation, Biological Testing, Communication, Teamwork, Safety Protocols, Regulatory Compliance, Case Cart Management, Computer Skills, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Dept: MAC Sterile Processing Schedule: FT Afternoons Hours per biweekly pay period: 80 Position Summary: The primary responsibilities of the role include all aspects of processing; decontamination through set assembly, and sterilization. Dependent on the clinical setting; preparation of surgical case carts and materials management may be expectations of the role. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for the decontamination of all types of surgical instrumentation, power equipment, and medical devices. 2. Inspects and performs functional checks on instrumentation/equipment to assure proper functioning prior to set/tray assembly. 3. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of basic instrumentation as well as specialty instrumentation. 4. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of common equipment used in sterile processing; sonic washer, washer/sterilizer, cart washer, Sterrad sterilizer, steam sterilizer, ethylene oxide sterilizer/aerator and Steris System I. 5. Processes, wraps and labels all equipment and instrumentation for sterilization using appropriate wraps and containers. 6. Performs proper documentation as it relates to the sterilization process. 7. Performs all duties relating to vacuum and biological testing for all types of sterilizers. 8. Communicates departmental equipment and supply needs to appropriate supervisor. 9. Works and Communicates effectively with all team members and OR staff. 10. Maintains a clean and safe work environment. 11. Performs in accordance with established protocols in compliance with regulatory agencies to include state and local agencies, AORN, HFAP, OSHA and AAMI. 12. Performs all duties relating to retrieving case sheets for OR cases using the computer system. 13. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of pulling case cart with accuracy. 14. Performs other related job duties as requested. Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or GED 6 months work experience in a Sterile Processing Department or as a Surgical Scrub Technician OR completion of a college-level course in Sterile Processing Preferred: One to two years of formal education or training beyond High School in Post –High school course in Sterile Processing Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. Nicotine Testing - To provide a safe, healthy environment for our patients, employees and visitors, as of February 1, 2013 McLaren no longer hires individuals who use nicotine and will conduct nicotine testing during the pre-employment process. If the test is positive the offer will be rescinded. Individuals who test positive may re-apply for employment after six months.

Responsibilities

The Sterile Process Technician is responsible for all aspects of processing surgical instrumentation, including decontamination, assembly, and sterilization. They must also communicate effectively with team members and maintain a clean and safe work environment.