Sterile Processing Technician

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJob Title: Sterile Processing TechnicianPosition Type: Full timeDetails: Days / Monday - Friday / No Call / No HolidaysLocation: 3025 Dixie Highway, Edgewood, KY 41017 MissionOur mission is to provide exceptional, efficient, and cost effective orthopaedic surgical services to every patient and family we have the privilege to serve.Job Summary Responsible for sterilizing and ensuring proper care of instruments.Duties and responsibilities1.Philosophya) Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals, and objectivesb) Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and proceduresc) Follows the facility's standards for ethical business conductd) Conducts self in a professional manner, and as a positive role model and team membere) Recognizes patients' rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job dutiesf) Respects patients' privacy, dignity and confidentialityg) Participates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, inventory and activitiesh) Maintains professional relationships with management and medical staff2. Communicationa) Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkersb) Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner3. Financial practicesa) Uses facility resources appropriately and avoids wasteful practicesb) Reports wasteful practicesc) Analyzes work area and makes recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements4. Compliance programa) Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted compliance programb) Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures5. Performance-improvement programa) Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted performance-improvement programb) Performs according to established performance-improvement policies and proceduresc) Objectively evaluates suggestions, grievances, and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of cared) Participates in data collection activities to support the performance-improvement program6. Safety/risk-management programa) Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilitiesb) Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to the safety officer or other designated person7. Professional competencea) Participates in continuing education and other learning experiencesb) Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staffc) Maintains membership in relevant professional organizationsd) Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilitiese) Welcomes suggestions and recommendations8. Dutiesa) Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment)b) Adheres to sterilization process policies and proceduresc) Cleans each item according to manufacturer's instructions d) Inspects instruments for damage and defects; lubricates items as requirede) Determines whether each item is in good working conditionf) Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedureg) Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy/procedureh) Accurately labels each item with name and expiration datei) Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed)j) Checks equipment indicators for proper functioningk) Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedurel) Maintains availability of recording supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization processm) Maintains inventory levels and accurate recordsn) Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in facilityo) Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessaryp) Places items in correct locationq) Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing arear) Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory lists) Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sourcesResponsibility for assets Instrument cleanliness/working conditionRequirementsQualificationsCooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physiciansAbility to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general publicAbility to make decisions and solve problemsRequirements Required High school diploma or GED certificateStrong ethical and moral character referencesTraining/courses in sterile technique, sterilization of instruments Preferred Instrument processing technician experienceASC experienceJob quality requirementsAccuracyAttention to detailTimelinessOrganizationLittle supervision needed to accomplish tasksDependabilityAttendancePunctuality Ability to follow instructions Ability to meet deadlinesPhysical/mental requirementsAbility to stand/walk for long periods Ability to push, pull, lift, and position equipment and patientsVisual and auditory acuity for use of sterilization equipmentWorking conditions(environmental) Well lit and ventilated area with complicated equipment, some of which is hazardous in natureCategory III: exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may encounter chemical hazardsReports to: Clinical DirectorContacts PatientsPhysiciansFacility personnelAdministrationClinical Director

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