Sterile Processing Technician (as needed)
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Job Description - Sterile Processing Technician (as needed) (240002U2)Position SummaryThe Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.Essential FunctionsPerforms decontamination procedurePrepares reusable patient care items for sterilizationSterilization using appropriate sterilization methodsPicks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and suppliesParticipates as a productive member of the O.R. processing teamMaintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workersParticipates as a productive member of the perioperative process teamRequired For All JobsPerforms other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.QualificationsEducationHigh School Equivalent / GED RequiredGraduate of a Sterile Processing program PreferredWork ExperiencePrevious hospital central service instrument decontamination and assembly, inventory or distribution experience PreferredBasic medical terminology PreferredKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesSteam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. RequiredKnowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. RequiredGood manual dexterity. RequiredAttention to details. RequiredAdditional Licenses and CertificationsEffective January 1, 2019 - all non-certified Sterile Processing Technicians system wide will have two years to become certified through CBSPD or IAHCSMM and must maintain certification thereafter. RequiredPhysical DemandsStanding ConstantlyWalking ConstantlySitting RarelyLifting Constantly 50 lbsCarrying Constantly 50 lbsPushing Constantly 50 lbsPulling Constantly 50 lbsClimbing Constantly 50 lbsBalancing ConstantlyStooping ConstantlyKneeling ConstantlyCrouching ConstantlyCrawling ConstantlyReaching ConstantlyHandling ConstantlyGrasping ConstantlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing FrequentlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly#J-18808-Ljbffr