Etch
Sterile Processing Technician, Full Time, Evenings
Knoxville, TN · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$10k-$20kDetected 1 hour ago
Patient CareCommunication
About the role
- All functions performed are within the limits of the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and nursing policies and procedures.
- DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Assists with checking sterile surgical supply, operating room stocking, inventory, special supply orders and placing routine supply orders.
- Follows all manufacturers' recommendations when processing instruments and supplies.
Responsibilities
- Performs biological monitoring and keeps accurate and complete documentation on all loads sterilized.
- Performs weekly testing to monitor effectiveness of automatic washers.
- Performs Endoscopy duties associated with care and handling of endoscopes and supply inventory per physician orders. Assists in registered nurse during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures from team perspective.
- Meets unit and hospital quality management goals. Acquires and maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies.
- Effectively and professionally interacts and collaborates with other providers of patient care.
- Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Requirements
- High School/GED Required
- Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required.
- Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required.
- Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.
- Responsible for the care and handling of all surgical instruments and must be competent in equipment decontamination, assembly, and sterilization practices.
Nice to have
- Certified Sterile Processing Technician, Certified Surgical Technician, or CRCST, required within 2 years of employment
- 2 years Sterile Processing experience preferred
- License/Certification Required: Certified Sterile Processing Technician, Certified Surgical Technician, or CRCST, required within 2 years of employment
- Minimum Work Experience: 2 years Sterile Processing experience preferred
Skills
- Effective communication skills verbal and written.
- Computer skills required.
Compensation
- $10k-$20k
Benefits
- Participates in all educational offerings associated with sterile processes.
- Minimum Education: High School/GED Required
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