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Job Summary: Responsible for sterilizing and ensuring proper care of instruments.
Duties and responsibilities:
a) Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment)
b) Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures
c) Cleans each item according to manufacturer’s instructions
d) Inspects instruments for damage and defects; lubricates items as required
e) Determines whether each item is in good working condition
f) Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedure
g) Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy/procedure
h) Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date
i) Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed)
j) Checks equipment indicators for proper functioning
k) Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedure
l) Maintains availability of recording supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization process
m) Maintains inventory levels and accurate records
n) Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in facility
o) Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary
p) Places items in correct location
q) Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the Sterile Processing area
r) Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory list
s) Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources
Requirements:
Required
High school diploma or GED certificate
Strong ethical and moral character references
Training/courses in sterile technique, sterilization of instruments
Preferred
Instrument Processing Technician experience
ASC experience
Qualifications:
Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians
Ability to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public
Ability to make decisions and solve problems
Physical/mental requirements:
1. Ability to stand/walk for long periods
2. Ability to push, pull, lift, and position equipment and patients
3. Visual and auditory acuity for use of sterilization equipment
Working conditions (environmental):
Well lit and ventilated area with complicated equipment, some of which is hazardous in nature
Category III: exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may encounter chemical hazards
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever worked at OrthoCincy? If so, please list the dates.
- Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? If so, please explain.
- What is your salary expectation?
Ability to Relocate:
- Edgewood, KY 41017: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
