SPT - APN Consulting Inc

Job Description: Sterile Processing Tech (Evening Shift - 36 Hours)

Position Title: Sterile Processing Tech 2
Shift: Evening Shift (36 hours per week)

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Preparation and Organization: Prepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays, and supplies for specified departments.
• Cleaning and Decontamination: Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers, and patient equipment using approved detergents and disinfectants, adhering to regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Sterilization Operations: Operates semi-automatic and automatic sterilization equipment and washers.
• Inventory Management: Inventories, orders, replenishes, and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment, and medical supplies for general supplies and surgical carts; maintains and controls inventory.
• Record Keeping: Maintains applicable records and files related to sterilization and inventory management.
• Safety Compliance: Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer, and infection control practices.
• Training and Mentorship: Participates in providing in-service training; serves as a resource and helps train and mentor level 1 Sterile Processing staff.

Key Success Factors:

• Knowledge of sterilization methods and procedures for medical equipment and instruments.
• Familiarity with basic medical terminology.
• Strong relational and communication skills to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer, and infection control practices.

Benefits:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• PTO accrual starting from Day 1.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in a sterile processing role.
• Certifications: Must hold one of the following certifications:
  • Certified Board Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
  • Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)