University Hospitals

The Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.. Graduate of a Sterile Processing program Preferred. Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants.. Effective January 1, 2019 - all non-certified Sterile Processing Technicians system wide will have two years to become certified through CBSPD or IAHCSMM and must maintain certification thereafter.

sterile processing technician

Description
Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.
Essential Functions

Performs decontamination procedure
Prepares reusable patient care items for sterilization
Sterilization using appropriate sterilization methods
Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies
Participates as a productive member of the O.R. processing team
Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers
Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team
Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Qualifications
Qualifications

Education


High School Equivalent / GED Required and
Graduate of a Sterile Processing program Preferred
Work Experience

Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and assembly, inventory or distribution experience Preferred and
Basic medical terminology Preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. Required
Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. Required
Good manual dexterity. Required
Attention to details. Required
Additional Licenses and Certifications

Effective January 1, 2019 - all non-certified Sterile Processing Technicians system wide will have two years to become certified through CBSPD or IAHCSMM and must maintain certification thereafter. Required
Physical Demands

Standing Constantly
Walking Constantly
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Constantly 50 lbs
Carrying Constantly 50 lbs
Pushing Constantly 50 lbs
Pulling Constantly 50 lbs
Climbing Constantly 50 lbs
Balancing Constantly
Stooping Constantly
Kneeling Constantly
Crouching Constantly
Crawling Constantly
Reaching Constantly
Handling Constantly
Grasping Constantly
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Frequently
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

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