Sterile Processing Technician - Rockville, United States - Refocus Eye Health

Refocus Eye Health

Verified Company

Rockville, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

As a
per diem surgical processing department (SPD) technician, you will work with the surgical center team. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining the surgical instrumentation for the center by decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization procedures.

The person in this role must practice proper aseptic technique, the ability to multi-task, and report any concerns to the Director of Nursing / Administrator.

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This is a per diem position that will end up being part time as the surgery center gets built up _**This position reports to the Charge RN per shift and the ASC Administrator.

Essential Responsibilities:

Assists with ensuring the center is properly prepared for the daily schedule:
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies related to the SPD department and follows procedure for notification of shortages and reordering,
Preparation of supplies
Sterilization of equipment, instruments, according to MIFU
Assists cleaning the surgical suite between cases,
Opening of sterile packs, instruments, and supplies. Ensuring a sterile environment is maintained throughout the process.
Preparing for the setup of all surgical cases, assists in cleaning the room after cases.
Cleans the instruments by following appropriate protocol for decontamination.
Wraps and sterilizes the instruments appropriately.
Report any issues with the instruments, possible contamination, issues with sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaner, flush
Reporting and troubleshooting broken or defective supplies, instruments, or equipment.
Checking supplies and assists in restocking the center.
Organizing supplies and equipment in an efficient manner.
Verifies surgeon's preference card is current and accessible.
Maintains all aspects of infection control protocol.
Takes an active role for identifying issues for quality improvement and infection control.
Always follows the center's policies and procedures.
Works as an integral member of the team.
Reports issues to management promptly.
Serves on committees as requested.
Maintains BLS.
Learns the MIFUs for each new instrument or equipment brought into the center and ensures its addition is configured into the protocols for cleaning and sterilization of the trays.

Qualifications & Requirements

Certification in Sterile Processing preferred.
Minimum 2year experience in a sterile processing department as a technician
Knowledge of the sterilization process, aseptic technique, care of instrumentation and the ability to follow manufacturer's instructions for use (MIFU).