Sterile Processing Tech (SPT)

Sterile Processing Technician

Processes and supplies sterilized medical equipment, linen, and supplies. Essential Job Functions :

Performs packing, wrapping, marking, autoclaving, and issuing activities required to process and supply sterilized linens, equipment, devices, instruments, etc. for use throughout the hospital in accordance with established procedures. Performs quality control tests on all equipment prior to use including a daily test on steam Sterrad and gas sterilizers. Inspects all surgical linens for stains and holes. Removes all lint from linen prior to its use. Must set up all oral and gastric suctions and maintain the crash catheter and urological carts. Assembles packages and trays according to quantity, type, destination, and usage as listed. Receives and wraps O.R. linen in the prescribed manner and quantity. Marks tape and forwards for autoclaving. Loads autoclave and operates to sterilize contents by steam Sterrad and gas (plus aeration process for gas only). Case cart assembly and picking. Maintains a clean and orderly processing area. Performs required tasks as directed. Will be cross trained to perform duties in all General Services Departments as directed.

Required Qualifications and Skills :

Minimum of 1 year of experience in central sterile reprocessing.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills :

Education / Training : High school diploma or equivalent.

Licenses / Certification : CRCST preferred.

Reports to : OR Clinical Manager.

Age and Diversity Related Criteria : Consistently treats patients, colleagues, and visitors with the dignity and respect while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics, and cultures.

Ability to Fulfill Job Expectations : Must have the ability to perform essential functions of the position including required work hours, locations, and physical demands without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the work place and with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands : Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, and reach without restriction. Ability to lift between 25-50 pounds using proper body mechanics.