Certified Sterile Processing Tech

General Summary of Position Responsible for decontamination cleaning processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. May act as preceptor to new associates. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Assembles with 100% accuracy all instrument trays sets kits and packs according to the prescribed manner using content lists or set recipe as a guide. Wraps packages and handles them according to the standard procedure. Scans trays/sets one at a time to avoid potential problem. Carefully inventory each tray/set according to the recipe or content lists. Validates containers/wrapped items to ensure all trays are properly prepared by initialing the load card/tape. This confirms filters locks indicators count sheets and valve plates are in place. Marks items with the identifying data and distributes or stores in designated area. Consults with the supervisor team leader or designee when unable to replace parts or when the equipment is deficient in the work area. Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. Disassembles and cleans equipment such as suction machines IV poles and monitors and pumps using approved disinfectants detergents soaps and cleaners (if applicable). Reassembles equipment after cleaning and operates to test for proper functioning. Sends all inoperable equipment to the appropriate holding area for pick up or repair. Dispenses products requested for sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies. Assigns priority to emergency requests and issues them to the requesting department according to department established procedure. Scans all items/products as appropriate prior to issuing to the department. Enforces/completes the SPD forms for documentation or tracking purposes. Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment at all times. Follow the routine schedules for cleaning and maintaining the equipment on regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer. Maintains a safe work environment by following the standards of cleaning and applying good aseptic techniques. Maintains and cleans the shelves and work areas at end of each shift. Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Performs general cleaning of the department surface areas racks shelves all storage areas. Maintains certification to enhance professional growth and development- Participates in educational program- Participates in in-service meetings and workshops. Makes visual inspections of the inventory to maintain adequate stock and supply levels. Works closely in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of stock. Assists in requisitioning / ordering of departmental supplies. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts as required. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Participates in the orientation of new associates to each work assignment area and to overall departmental operation. Accepts responsibility with great attitude. Provides feedback on the progress of the new associates/students on regular basis. Performs biological and chemical monitoring. Performs the tests at the beginning of the shift or as often as needed. Records results in the appropriate log. Performs visible inspection of the sterilizers (sterrad V-Pro and steam) and reports immediately to the Team Leader or Supervisor/Manager if there is a concern. Performs other duties as assigned. Processes all contaminated instruments supplies and equipment returned to decontame area. Checks proper operation of the cart washer U/S washers Washer Decontaminators dryer and dumb waiter on a daily basis and reports malfunction to team leader/manager. Receives all completed case carts and attends to and processes