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Under the general supervision of the Manager of Perioperative Services the Sterile Processing Technologist is responsible for adhering to sterilization protocols and manufacturer guidelines for cleaning instruments, inspecting for damage, assembling and wrapping trays properly, labeling, and operating sterilization equipment (i.e., sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment). This role includes performing biological monitoring, maintaining sterilizer cleanliness, managing inventory levels, checking expiration dates and packaging integrity, and ensuring proper storage. The position also involves detailed recordkeeping, updating instrument and preference card inventories. These functions must be in compliance with the philosophy of the center, standards of practice and regulations of governing agencies.Minimum Qualifications• High School graduate or equivalent required• Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician required• Two years previous experience as an operating room technician desired• Current BLSEssential FunctionsDecision making concerning equipment and/or instrumentation sterilizationBiohazardous waste disposalHousekeeping dutiesPatient care and patient flowComplies with facility practice standards regarding competent performance dutiesMaintains patient confidentialityCreates a safe environment in which surgery may take placeUses medical equipment in a safe mannerHelps provide cost effective patient careImplements principles of medical and surgical asepsis in accordance with recognized national standards and hospital specific policies and proceduresProvides physical safety for the patientSupports other facility personnel in the performance of their dutiesPulls supplies for upcoming casesDemonstrates cooperative work attitude towards and with coworkers, employees, management, patients, visitors and physiciansMaintains a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA guidelines and infection control standardsMust demonstrate knowledge of Instrument Processing from decontamination to storage of sterile packages, inspection of instruments and equipment for signs of damage, respond to emergency supply requests as requested, maintain accurate sterilization records, and monitoring temperature and humidity conditions within the storage areasChecks room for cleanliness, availability of supplies and equipment for all assigned cases at the beginning of each dayUtilizes surgeon preference card to select packs, supplies and instrumentsHandles specimen per established policyTransports instruments to decontamination area utilizing appropriate technique and in compliance with established policies and proceduresPuts unused sterile supplies and instruments away at the end of the dayRestocks operating rooms to established PAR levelsAdheres to attendance, punctuality, meal and break time period policiesCompletes work in an acceptable time frame and in an independent mannerCarries out assigned duties in an effective, productive, and efficient mannerDemonstrates a positive "can do" attitudeWillingness to adjust personal schedule periodically as workload fluctuates and as department needs requireAttends 100% of department meetings or documents review of materials presentedFunctions as a team member following the rules of engagement of the department and facilityCommunicates information about customers or other employees only as necessary to conduct facility related businessAdheres to strictest confidentiality in dealing with patients, families, facility personnel, and the publicKeeps supervisor apprised of work progressHas a proactive attitude about problem resolutionAnticipates customers' needs and provides for them as quickly as possibleModels core values to co-workers continuouslyFollows facility and departmental safety policies and proceduresReports unsafe situations to supervisorAdheres to facility and departmental dress codeWears name badge at all timesDemonstrates knowledge of facility wide emergency management codes and plansDemonstrates knowledge of and participation in facility performance improvement program, infection control program and risk management programDemonstrates knowledge of cultural, spiritual, and aged related consideration when interacting/caring for patientsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, converse, and listen; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.The employee must be able to lift and/or carry over 20 pounds on a regular basis and be able to push/pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.The employee must be able to stand and/or walk at least five hours per day.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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