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Sterile Processing Technician

Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sterilization, and functioning of equipment and instrumentation. Responsibilities include decontamination and cleaning of all equipment and instrumentation; ensuring cleanliness and sterility of all instruments; evaluating functioning of equipment; reporting malfunction of equipment and instrumentation and following through to ensure appropriate repairs are complete and maintenance performed; accurately assembling instrument sets based on established count sheets; effectively using materials and supplies to assemble instrument sets and minimize waste; appropriately preparing and packaging single instrument items; differentiating items that require steam versus gas sterilization; storing, delivering, and managing sterile supplies using aseptic techniques; responsible for maintaining a safe environment and work habits; performing sterilization process duties independently; operating and troubleshooting sterilization equipment; performing messenger duties as department needs require; maintaining awareness and making appropriate recommendations of possible process modifications that would enhance department efficiency.

Essential: Certified Registered Central Service Technician, Central Sterile Processing Certification, Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician. Work Experience: At least 1 year Central Sterile Processing experience or Central Sterile Processing training preferred. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Licenses and Certifications: Central Sterile Processing Certification upon hire preferred, Central Sterile Processing Certification 1 year required.