Sterile Processing Technician

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Full time Mid-shift, 11a - 7p, flexible to move the shift around,call rotation weekends and holidays
• Hospital: Ascension Via Christi
• Location: Manhattan, Kansas

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Preferred.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Inspect, assemblesand evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determines need for repair/replacement, validates completeness of set, and facilitates effective sterilization.

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.