Description

Job Summary

Performs decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of reusable instrumentation for all areas of FHN. Selects appropriate sterile single-use supplies from surgical cases. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

Decontamination area:

Follows prescribed procedures and techniques for effective instrument decontamination and personal safety.

Disassembles and cleans instruments manually and mechanically.

Performs equipment testing and cleaning as directed.

Prep and pack area:

Inspects all instruments for cleanliness and proper working order.

Correctly assembles instrument sets - checking for all prescribed items.

Packages, seals and labels items correctly.

Sterilization area:

Determines correct method of sterilization and exposure requirements.

Maintains and assures accuracy of sterilization records for all items sterilized.

Places items in sterilizer properly and operates sterilizers according to manufacturer's instructions.
Verifies sterilization parameters have been met.

Transfers sterilized items to transport cart or bins for distribution.

Performs biological and sterilizer function testing.

Case Carts:

Transports care carts between SPD (Sterile Processing Department) and OR (Operating Room).

Selects correct supplies for surgical cases following surgeon preference cards.

Supply restocking, supply outdates, and department cleaning.

Supports and serves our internal and our external customers.

Qualifications

Requirements

 Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Sterile processing technician certificate preferred.

Required Experience:   Prior job related experience is also preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:                            

Complexity of Work: This position requires critical thinking and attention to detail

Populations Served:

While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups.

• Serves patient in areas other than patient care.

While performing this job, the employee does not care for patients in the following age groups.

• Neonate: <30 days
• Infant: <1 year
• Early Childhood: 1 year and <5 years
• Late Childhood: 5 years and <13 years
• Adolescent: 13 to <17 years
• Young Adult: 17 to < 30 years
• Middle Adult: 30 to < 60 years
• Older Adult: > 60 years
• No responsibility to treat or care for patients