Job Title
Job Description
Essential Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities:
Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment)
Ensures clean and dirty workspaces are clearly identified and separated
Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures
Reprocesses each item according to industry standards and manufacturer's instructions for use, including but not limited to decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization
Inspects instruments under magnification for damage and defects; lubricates items (as required)
Determines whether each item is in good working condition
Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedure
Wraps trays and individual items according to manufacturer's instructions for use
Properly mixes cleaning solutions per manufacturer's instructions for use
Accurately labels each item with name and sterilization date
Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed)
Checks equipment indicators for proper functioning
Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedure
Understands the appropriate response required for a failed Bowie Dick, Sterilization cycle and/or Biological, or Chemical indicator
Ensures instruments are transported to processing room in closed containers marked as biohazardous
Maintains inventory levels and accurate records
Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary
Places items in correct location
Maintains adequate inventory of all supplies for the sterile processing area
Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory list
Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources
Performs other miscellaneous duties such as material management, restocking, assisting with turnover in the OR
Attends required education
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