Reporting to : Cath Lab Incharge
Remains current in decontamination sterilization, packaging, and distribution of instrumentation and supplies
Operate the following equipment:
Ultrasonic washer
Washer/decontamination unit
Steam sterilizers: Hi-vac and gravity
Ethylene Oxide Sterilizer
Monitor efficiency of sterilizer and log - Perform biological testing
Knowledge of and performance in cold sterilization
Identification of surgical instrumentation by proper name and appropriate sterilization method
Preparation of surgical goods and instrumentation for sterilization
Maintains appropriate rotation of sterile supplies
Appropriately identify each sterilizer load and maintain record of each
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the department
Practice secure handling of patient care items that have been exposed to blood and/or body fluid
Report broken or malfunctioning equipment to Lead Central Sterile Technician
Observe protected working habits
Participate in in-service education and department meetings
Abide by hospital policies and procedures
Maintain patient confidentiality
Perform other duties as assigned
Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments. Follows proper Standard Precautions while in decontamination and sterilization areas.
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
Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.