Washington, District of columbia
Sterile Processing Technician Job Opening in Washington, District of columbia - Sterile Processing Technicians
Job Summary
Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or required
Sterile Processing Technician Duties and Responsibilities
instruments, medical supplies, equipment, assembles wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments.
Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment
Sorts mismatched sets of instruments, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner
Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes instruments, trays, crash carts, and facility medical equipment
Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions for equipment maintenance, repair or replacement, and removes defective equipment.
Document and maintain accurate sterilization records
Must have the ability to lift/push/pull greater than 50 pounds. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, cold, noise, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious diseases
Qualifications:
High School diploma/GED ( Required )
National Certification as a Central/Sterile Processing Technician or equivalent ( preferred )
BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification ( Required )
Must be US Citizen or eligible to work in the US
Excellent communication skills written and verbal
Ability to understand medical/surgical terminology
Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., face mask, goggles, latex/non-latex gloves) as needed
Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional
At least one year experience as Sterile Processing Technician
Strong attention to detail
Basic Computer skills required proficiency with Microsoft suite preferred
Salary
Competitive
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
Sterile Processing: 1 year
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