JOB SUMMARY

The Sterile Processing Technician 2 performs a variety of duties associated with cleaning, sterilization, processing, organizing and distributing patient equipment, instruments, supplies and products used in the care and treatment of patients. May serve as a resource to Sterile Processing Technician 1 staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Prepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies for specified departments.Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers and patient equipment using detergents and disinfectant solutions under regulatory standards and internal policies and procedures. Operates semi automatic and automatic sterilization equipment and washers.Inventories, orders, replenishes and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies for general supplies and surgical carts.Maintains and controls inventory. Maintains applicable records and files.Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.Joins in providing in service training.Serves as a resource and helps in training and mentoring level 1 Sterile Processing staff.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of equipment and instrument sterilization methods and procedures required.Knowledge of basic medical terminology.Relational and communications skills with ability to interact effectively with patients and staff.Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the followingImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%Tuition ReimbursementPTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

\n\tQUALIFICATIONS\n\tEDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent\n\tEXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience\n\tCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -Cer Board Sterile Prcng & Dist (CBSPD), Cert Reg Central Service Tech (CRCST), Cert Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT), Cert Surgical Technologist (CST): Must have one of the following:\n\t\n\t\tCertified Board Sterile Processing & Dist (CBSPD), or\n\t\tCertified Reg Central Service Tech (CRCST), or\n\t\tCertified Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT)\n\t\tCertified Surgical Technologist (CST).\n\t\n\t\n