SA1019- Sterile Processing Technician - Rockford, IL - 13 Weeks Contract Sigma Healthcare team is currently looking for a Sterile Processing Tech to work onsite in Rockford, IL. Shift: Evening 8 Job Duties:
- The Sterile Processing Technician is assigned duties performing decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment throughout the surgery center, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process.
- Knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment malfunction.
- Knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control, and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters.
- Ability to lift and move trays of instruments and patient care equipment, i.e., IV pumps, monitors, up to 25 lbs.
- Must have good telephone manners and problem-solving skills.
- Is able to perform bending, lifting, and washing using decontamination processes, which will include instrument pans, bins, trays, and carts of various sizes. Tactile differentiation, e.g. temperature, moisture.
- Skill in cleaning specialized equipment.
Job Requirements:
- BLS (American Heart Association ONLY).
- Min Two (2) years' experience requied.
- Covid vaccine required or religious/medical declination approved.