Sterile Processing Technician

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible fordecontamination, assembly of linen packs, operation of steam, ETO and otherforms of sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician maintains adequateinventory for assembly of instruments and equipment and performs multiple tasksthat assist in the daily operation of all units as well as being responsiblefor customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in thedecontamination, inspection, cleaning, assembling and packaging ofmedical/surgical material to include, but not limited to, linen, instrumentsand equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterileand functioning supply of materials
• Prepares trays for designated areas according to prescribedprocedures
• Wraps and/or packages items for specified areas according toprocedures prescribed for designated areas
• Must be able to operate bar code instrument tracking system
• Works with operating room personnel to ensure specialtytrays are handled in the prescribed manner
• Dissembles, cleans, assembles and tests specialtyinstrumentation and equipment for proper functioning
• Must be able to differentiate between single-use andreusable items
• Maintains inventory of supplies and materials to includedocumenting usage, issuing, receiving and reordering as assigned
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andprocedures
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent?
• Certification as required by state regulations or contractspecifications?
• Certification for sterile processing technicians by theInternational Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management(IAHCSMM) or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution(CBSPD) may be required 
• One (1) year of experience in sterile processing preferred?
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age