Sterile Processing Technician I or II (will train qualified)

Overview

At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services heart and vascular care emergency services surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.

Responsibilities

**Sign-on Bonus Eligible**

• Responsible for cleaning, inspecting, processing, assembling, and sterilization of all instruments and equipment following Policy/Procedure, Industry Standards, and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU). 
• Practices Universal Precautions and follows OSHA requirements at all time. 
• Assists with daily/weekly testing and logging of all mechanical equipment, including but not limited to Mechanical Washers, Sonic, all Sterilizers.
• Maintains accurate and legible documentation.
• Assists with the routine maintenance of instrumentation by identification of items needing repair.
• Follows procedure for set assembly utilizing Instrument Checklists and/or Instrument Tracking where available.
• Where applicable:

     Completes case cart assembly by adding needed instrumentation to the case cart.

     Assists with OR Room Turnover

    Cleans and HLD of GI Scopes, Bronchoscopes, TEE Probes

• Uses supplies (wrap, containers, chemicals, etc.) efficiently, correctly, and according to IFU.
• Participates in Department activities including, but not limited to, Orientation, System Education, Quality, Daily Briefing & Supply needs

Qualifications

Required:

-High School diploma or GED

Preferred:-1-2 years’ experience in field and Certification by CBSPD or IAHCSMM.