Medstar
Sterile Processing Tech
Medstar, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
General Summary of Position
Performs decontamination, sterilization, and processing of supplies and equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures. May be assigned to different areas of Sterile Processing, focusing on a variety of duties which all require the use of state-of-the-art sterile processing methods
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Cleans carts, surgical instruments, power and specialty equipment, and utensils using washer-sterilizers, sonic washers and dryers, per established procedures. Checks equipment to determine proper functioning.Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments, specialty equipment and utensils for sterilization, distribution, or storage, according to department standards.Examines procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy and condition and co-signs listings.Assembles and packages linen used for exchange and case carts, test packs and departments. Assists in assembling operating room (OR) case carts, e.g. emergency, eye, etc.Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using gas and steam sterilizers and gas aerators.Monitors sterilizers, aerators, and washer-sterilizers for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.Inventories/stocks OR POD carts, exchange carts and storage cabinets. Removes damaged and/or outdated items, following established policies and procedures.Completes daily productivity reports and initials all work performed, as required.Attends seminars and in-services to attain certification/registration and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices.
Minimum QualificationsEducation
High School Diploma or GED required
Experience
6 to 12 months experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Certification as Sterile Processing Technician and current registration preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Requires the ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimalsMay require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, sterilizing equipment, blood pressure cuff, or tables); the preparation, comparison or checking of reports, records and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application
This position has a hiring range of $17.938 - $26.138
Performs decontamination, sterilization, and processing of supplies and equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures. May be assigned to different areas of Sterile Processing, focusing on a variety of duties which all require the use of state-of-the-art sterile processing methods
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Cleans carts, surgical instruments, power and specialty equipment, and utensils using washer-sterilizers, sonic washers and dryers, per established procedures. Checks equipment to determine proper functioning.Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments, specialty equipment and utensils for sterilization, distribution, or storage, according to department standards.Examines procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy and condition and co-signs listings.Assembles and packages linen used for exchange and case carts, test packs and departments. Assists in assembling operating room (OR) case carts, e.g. emergency, eye, etc.Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using gas and steam sterilizers and gas aerators.Monitors sterilizers, aerators, and washer-sterilizers for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.Inventories/stocks OR POD carts, exchange carts and storage cabinets. Removes damaged and/or outdated items, following established policies and procedures.Completes daily productivity reports and initials all work performed, as required.Attends seminars and in-services to attain certification/registration and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices.
Minimum QualificationsEducation
High School Diploma or GED required
Experience
6 to 12 months experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Certification as Sterile Processing Technician and current registration preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Requires the ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimalsMay require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, sterilizing equipment, blood pressure cuff, or tables); the preparation, comparison or checking of reports, records and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application
This position has a hiring range of $17.938 - $26.138