Sterile Processing Technician jobs at Surgery.com - 4 jobs

Full-time Description Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician Position Type: Full time Details: Days / Monday - Friday / No Call / No Holidays Mission Our mission is to provide exceptional, efficient, and cost effective orthopaedic surgical services to every patient and family we have the privilege to serve. Job Summary Responsible for sterilizing and ensuring proper care of instruments. Duties and responsibilities 1.Philosophy a) Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals, and objectives b) Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures c) Follows the facility's standards for ethical business conduct d) Conducts self in a professional manner, and as a positive role model and team member e) Recognizes patients' rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties f) Respects patients' privacy, dignity and confidentiality g) Participates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, inventory and activities h) Maintains professional relationships with management and medical staff 2. Communication a) Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers b) Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner 3. Financial practices a) Uses facility resources appropriately and avoids wasteful practices b) Reports wasteful practices c) Analyzes work area and makes recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements 4. Compliance program a) Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted compliance program b) Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures 5. Performance-improvement program a) Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted performance-improvement program b) Performs according to established performance-improvement policies and procedures c) Objectively evaluates suggestions, grievances, and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of care d) Participates in data collection activities to support the performance-improvement program 6. Safety/risk-management program a) Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities b) Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to the safety officer or other designated person 7. Professional competence a) Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences b) Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staff c) Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations d) Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities e) Welcomes suggestions and recommendations 8. Duties 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 Responsibility for assets Instrument cleanliness/working condition Requirements 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 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 Job quality requirements Accuracy Attention to detail Timeliness Organization Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks Dependability Attendance Punctuality Ability to follow instructions Ability to meet deadlines Physical/mental requirements Ability to stand/walk for long periods Ability to push, pull, lift, and position equipment and patients 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 Reports to: Clinical Director Contacts Patients Physicians Facility personnel Administration Clinical Director

Sterile Processing Technician TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the proper decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This role is essential in maintaining a sterile environment and supporting patient safety in clinical and surgical settings. Job Responsibilities Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments, trays, and equipment using autoclaves and other sterilization equipment. Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage prior to sterilization and after reprocessing. Assemble instrument trays and surgical packs according to established protocols and case requirements. Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and storage of sterilized items. Track and maintain inventory of instruments and supplies; report missing or defective items promptly. Comply with infection control, safety, and departmental policies and procedures. Collaborate with surgical teams and nursing staff to ensure timely and accurate instrument delivery. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Certification in Sterile Processing (CBSPD or CRCST) strongly preferred or must be obtained within specified timeframe. Minimum 1 year of experience in sterile processing or surgical instrument handling preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, sterilization techniques, and surgical instrumentation. Strong attention to detail, organization, and adherence to safety standards. Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. Benefits Competitive salary and full benefits package. Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage. 401(k) retirement plan with company match for eligible employees. Opportunities for certification support and ongoing training. Supportive and collaborative sterile processing department. If you are a responsible and detail-focused Sterile Processing Technician, apply today to join TLC Nursing Associates.

Assured Nursing is currently seeking a Sterile Technician for a contract position in McKinney Texas. This is a 7a-3p, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8. in the . The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a Sterile Technician and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a OR Sterile Technician.