Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing
Description:
Maintain a safe environment for patient, co-workers, and self
Assumes responsibility for instrument room activities, assuring proper processing of tray as related to all types of surgery to include age related cases and trays (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
Completes all additional responsibilities to include clinical ladder criteria
Knowledge of location, care, and operation of all emergency equipment
Always follows proper policies and procedures for Infection Control
Consistently inspects instrumentation and equipment for proper functioning and performance
Choose the proper decontamination method for all equipment
Always assembles trays according to pick list, utilizes the correct method of wrap, and appropriate sterilization
Monitors sterilization process ensuring all parameters of sterilization are met prior to storage
All sterilized equipment in its proper location
Monitors the integrity of wrapped instrumentation while in storage area
Meets and maintains all requirements
Responsible for two in-services or two articles related to sterile processing of instrumentation per quarter
Participates in learning programs offered by the department and departmental QI activities
Completes all assigned duties within appropriate time frame and is willing to assist others
Fosters good relationships between departments by communicating in a professional manner
Experience/Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Experience in sterile processing preferred
Knowledge of instrumentation and its usage
Must be knowledgeable of decontamination, processing, and sterilization
Knowledgeable of different types of sterilization methods and being able to run proper testing and documentation
Perks/Benefits:
(for eligible employees):
Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization
Medical / Dental
Retirement Plan
PTO and paid life insurance
What Sets Us Apart
Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.
For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.
You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.
What we offer:
We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.
We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.
Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:
- Work/Life Balance
- Planning for the Future
- Low-Cost Prescriptions
- Health & Wellness Benefits
- Planning for Life’s Unexpected Moments
- Helping You to Advance Your Career
Mission
To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.
Vision
A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care
Location: Archbold Medical Center · STERILE PROCESSING
Schedule: Full Time, Evening Shift, 2:30pm-11pm
