Performs multi-step procedures to effectively reprocess various instruments, including autoclaving.
Performs and validates all cleaning of instruments using SEARHC policies and procedure, manufacturers’ instructions for use guidelines, along with the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) guidelines.
Maintains records for all sterilization procedures that are processed including interpretation of all biological monitoring, validation of monitoring results, and quality assurance checks to ensure sterilization parameters are met.
Effectively communicates with providers and staff to problem solve in the event of an instrument shortage and the need to substitute and/or offer alternatives.
Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions for equipment maintenance, repair, or replacement, and removes defective equipment.
Maintains competency in sterilization reprocessing by return demonstration and participating in continuing education as requested.
Assists in the training and certification of members of the team on SEARHC sterilization process as needed.
Performs additional supply handling duties for Specialty Care and Primary Care at ELMC as time permits secondary to sterilization/reprocessing responsibilities. Duties include:
Product ordering and stocking
Inventory checks
Other basic inventory management functions as needed.
Additional Details
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
High school diploma/GED
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification or obtained within 60 days of hire
Certification in Sterile Processing and/or Technology required within one (1) year of hire date through either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HPSA).
Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years
Experience Required
One (1) year experience in a healthcare environment preferred
Knowledge of
Knowledge of infection control preferred
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and care/cleaning strongly preferred
Knowledge of sterile techniques preferred
Knowledge of inventory management preferred
Skills in
Strong oral & written communication skills
Task and detail oriented
Self-Motivated
Ownership of project
Advanced levels of hand & eye coordination skills
Working level of organizational skills
Computer skills
Ability to
Use aggressive patient management techniques to diffuse any patient/visitor/peer volatile situations.
Position Information
Work Shift:OT 8/40
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