MedStar Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering patient care

Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBaltimore, MD, USA$18.70 - $32.72 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED, or equivalent, is required.
One to two years of sterile processing technician experience is preferred.
Current CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) certification is required, with annual continuing education credits maintained to retain certification status.
Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, infection control requirements, and basic medical and surgical procedures and terminology is required.
Basic computer skills are required.
Verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

Assemble instrument trays, sets, kits, and packs according to content lists or set recipes; wrap and handle packages according to procedure; scan and inventory each tray or set.
Validate containers and wrapped items, confirm required components are in place, mark items with identifying data, and distribute or store them in designated areas. Consult the supervisor, team leader, or designee about equipment deficiencies or parts that cannot be replaced.
Follow department policies, procedures, quality and safety standards, and applicable governmental and accreditation regulations while working toward department goals and objectives.
Disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment such as suction machines, IV poles, monitors, and pumps; test operation and route inoperable equipment for pickup or repair.
Dispense requested sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies, prioritize emergency requests, scan items as appropriate, and complete SPD documentation and tracking forms.
Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment, follow manufacturer-recommended cleaning schedules, apply aseptic techniques, and clean department surfaces and storage areas.
Maintain certification and participate in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
Inspect inventory levels, help maintain adequate stock, and assist with requisitioning or ordering departmental supplies.
Participate in meetings, committees, community outreach, and multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams as required.
Orient new associates to assigned work areas and departmental operations, and provide regular feedback on the progress of new associates or students.
Perform biological and chemical monitoring, record results, visually inspect sterilizers including Sterrad, V-Pro, and steam sterilizers, and promptly report concerns to the team leader or supervisor/manager.
Process contaminated instruments, supplies, and equipment; check cart washers, ultrasonic washers, washer-decontaminators, dryers, and dumbwaiters daily and report malfunctions. Receive and promptly process completed case carts, prioritize trays needing turnaround, and process loaner trays according to procedure.
Manually clean power tools, scopes, lenses, and other delicate instruments; maintain decontamination-area supplies; leak-test flexible endoscopes before cleaning and disinfection; conduct and record water tests when applicable; and clean washers and decontaminators on schedule.
Sterilize instruments, equipment, utensils, and supplies using the appropriate sterilizers and manufacturer and regulatory instructions; load sterilizers and set the required time and temperature; complete required documentation.
Review and initial autoclave printouts to verify sterilization cycles, retain records for inspection, inspect sterilized items for integrity, and clean sterilizer strainers as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Job

General Summary of Position
Responsible for decontamination cleaning processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. May act as preceptor to new associates.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Assembles with 100% accuracy all instrument trays sets kits and packs according to the prescribed manner using content lists or set recipe as a guide. Wraps packages and handles them according to the standard procedure. Scans trays/sets one at a time to avoid potential problem. Carefully inventory each tray/set according to the recipe or content lists.

Validates containers/wrapped items to ensure all trays are properly prepared by initialing the load card/tape. This confirms filters locks indicators count sheets and valve plates are in place. Marks items with the identifying data and distributes or stores in designated area. Consults with the supervisor team leader or designee when unable to replace parts or when the equipment is deficient in the work area.

Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.

Disassembles and cleans equipment such as suction machines IV poles and monitors and pumps using approved disinfectants detergents soaps and cleaners (if applicable). Reassembles equipment after cleaning and operates to test for proper functioning. Sends all inoperable equipment to the appropriate holding area for pick up or repair.

Dispenses products requested for sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies. Assigns priority to emergency requests and issues them to the requesting department according to department established procedure. Scans all items/products as appropriate prior to issuing to the department. Enforces/completes the SPD forms for documentation or tracking purposes.

Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment at all times. Follow the routine schedules for cleaning and maintaining the equipment on regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer. Maintains a safe work environment by following the standards of cleaning and applying good aseptic techniques.

Maintains and cleans the shelves and work areas at end of each shift. Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Performs general cleaning of the department surface areas racks shelves all storage areas.

Maintains certification to enhance professional growth and development- Participates in educational program- Participates in in-service meetings and workshops.

Makes visual inspections of the inventory to maintain adequate stock and supply levels. Works closely in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of stock. Assists in requisitioning / ordering of departmental supplies.

Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts as required.

Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

Participates in the orientation of new associates to each work assignment area and to overall departmental operation. Accepts responsibility with great attitude. Provides feedback on the progress of the new associates/students on regular basis.

Performs biological and chemical monitoring. Performs the tests at the beginning of the shift or as often as needed. Records results in the appropriate log. Performs visible inspection of the sterilizers (sterrad V-Pro and steam) and reports immediately to the Team Leader or Supervisor/Manager if there is a concern.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Processes all contaminated instruments supplies and equipment returned to decontame area. Checks proper operation of the cart washer U/S washers Washer Decontaminators dryer and dumb waiter on a daily basis and reports malfunction to team leader/manager. Receives all completed case carts and attends to and processes trays received immediately. Prioritizes trays that need to be turned over with appropriate communication with the team leader and/ or designee. Receives/processes loaner trays following established standing procedure.

Manually cleans the power tools scopes and lenses and other delicate instruments. Maintains inventory of supplies in decontame area or notifies appropriate personnel. Maintains clean and orderly area at all times within shift. Performs leak test on all flexible endoscopes prior to cleaning and disinfecting according to established procedure. Performs water tests and records them accordingly on a daily basis if applicable. Performs routine cleaning of washers/decontaminators regularly as scheduled daily by shift weekly biweekly or monthly.

Sterilizes instruments equipment utensils and supplies using various types of sterilizers according to regulatory and manufacturer's instructions. Properly loads sterilizer in the prescribed manner and sets controls to specified time and temperature according to materials and requirements of items being sterilized. Completes appropriate documentation records prior to sterilization.

Reads marks and initials autoclave printout to verify appropriate sterilization cycle and provides records for inspection. Inspects items sterilized prior to sending/receiving to the appropriate department or area to assure integrity of wrapped items and sterilization. Cleans the sterilizer strainer and rinse under running water until debris are removed daily and every shift or as often as needed.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

High School Diploma or GED required or
equivalent. required

Experience

1-2 years 2 years sterile processing technician experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification required or
CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) certification. required and
Must maintain annual continuing education credits to maintain certification status. required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique sterilization techniques infection control requirements basic knowledge of medical/surgical procedures and terminology.
Strong customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $18.70 - USD $32.72 /Hr.

About the Company

MedStar Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering patient care

MedStar Health is a not-for-profit health system serving Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, with hospitals, ambulatory and urgent care centers, and a health research institute. It delivers medical care through a network of facilities and care teams, supported by ongoing education and research to inform everyday practice. It stands out through its Georgetown University academic partnership, large regional network, and emphasis on patient experience, education, and research. Its goal is to improve regional health by providing high-quality medical care and advancing medicine through education and clinical excellence.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $29M
Headquarters: Columbia, MD
Founded: 1999

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