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The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and transportation of surgical and procedural instruments in accordance with industry and regulatory standards and guidelines.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Decontaminates surgical and procedural instruments per manufacturer's recommendations.
• Assembles, inspects, and tests per department protocol according manufacturer's recommendations.
• Operates all equipment in Sterile Processing Department including, but not limited to, steam sterilizers, H2O2, instrument and cart washers.
• Uses instrument tracking system in all areas of Sterile Processing Department including documentation of tests and sterilizer records.
• Examines and maintains integrity of sterile packages.
• Prepares OR case carts according to preference cards on all surgical procedures and prioritize vendor tray processing.
• Must comply if assigned and/or required to carry and utilize Cisco phones or other communication device Promotes, ensures, and improves customer service to internal and external customers.
• Must maintain and check Memorial Care email correspondence regularly but at least bi-weekly.
• Able to work in a collaborative environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of training and service.
• Be at work and be on time.
• Follow company policies, procedures and directives.
• Interact in a positive and constructive manner.
• Prioritize, multitask, and detail oriented.

• Sterile Processing experience or Graduate of a Sterile Processing Technical Training Program required
• High school Diploma or Equivalent
• Completion of IAHCSMM/CBSPD Certification required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred
• Knowledge of sterility standards, AAMI and AORN
• Knowledge of case cart delivery systems