MUST BE ABLE to attend On-The-Job Training on 1st Shift
Responsible for the cleaning, processing, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable instruments and trays to facilitate age specific patient care as according to HSPA Standards. Under the direct supervision of the SPD Manager and/or Educator, Supervisor of the Sterile Processing Department Responsible for assigned shifts as scheduled.
1. Decontaminates, processes, sterilizes, stores and distributes instrument sets to facilitate age specific patient care.
2. Acquires knowledge in all aspects of sterilizers, sonic wash, washer-disinfectors, and starred,
3. Monitors steam sterilizer loads, has ability to identify problems concerning codes and warnings on computer printouts.
4. Maintains instrument availability for scheduled and additional cases.
5. Process and assemble instruments trays and peel packs in the most efficient manner possible, which includes having all trays complete and ready for their appropriate procedures in a timely manner.
6. Complete knowledge of the biological indicators for testing of the sterilizers in the absence of the supervisor.
7. Complete knowledge of all tests Bowie Dick (DART) test, Leak Test, Attest, and Water Quality Tests for sterilizer and Washers testing in the absence of the supervisor.
8. Coordinates recall procedures in the event we have a positive culture.
9. Coordinates with surgery personnel on instrument sets needed for surgery cases.
10. Responds and communicates well with co-workers and other departments.
