Sterile Processing Tech I

 

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Sterile Processing Tech for Presbyterian Hospital on Central Ave.  In this role, you will work under direct and indirect supervision by following approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures.

 

You will clean, decontaminate, disinfect and/or sterilize surgical instruments, trays and packs and reusable medical devices for inpatient Nursing departments and PMG clinics. Being attentive to detail will you help you with inventory control, restocks and distributing instruments and reusable medical equipment to the Operating Room. It should be noted you will works a majority of the time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing instruments and trays for the Operating Room.

Type of Opportunity: Full Time FTE: 1.0/ 40 hours per week 
Work Schedule: Evenings

 

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department 
• EPIC electronic charting system

 

 

• High school diploma or GED required
• One (1) year experience in sterile processing environment, hospital or clinic (medical or veterinary) preferred.
• Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies and/or instruments preferred.

Infection Control:

Standard Precautions:

• Adherence to handwashing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, and dress code.
  
  Quality Assurance Monitoring:
• Validates and maintains: event related protocols; disinfection and/or sterilization load parameters and records; inventory check sheet(s); and equipment monitoring.
• Processes instrumentation according to instructions for use
  
  Documentation:
• Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high level disinfection, biological monitoring, and employee competencies.
• Accurately documents and maintains daily records of all QA and sterilization functions according to regulatory agency and Infection Control standards.
  
  Policies and Procedures:
• Adheres to Organizational and Departmental policies and procedures
  
  Decontamination Skills:
• Properly dons and doffs personal protective equipment as required
• Inspects, disassembles, sorts, cleans, and processes reusable instrumentation and equipment
• Selects and operates specialized cleaning equipment.
• Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents.
  
  Instrumentation Assembly:
• Identifies, inspects, and assembles all general and specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser and endoscopic instruments per specifications and manufacturer recommendations.
  
  Preparation and Packaging:
• According to manufacturer guidelines, selects and prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation.
  
  Principles of Sterilization:
• Selects appropriate method of sterilization.
• Maintains accurate sterilization records.
• Properly loads and unloads sterilization cart items.
• Verifies that sterilization parameters have been met before distribution of load.
  
  Workplace Safety:
• Demonstrates awareness of personal and work area safety at all times.
• Complies w/ facility safety policies and procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Takes prompt corrective actions when hazard identified (reporting or removing, as appropriate).
  
  Professionalism:
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.
• Actively supports and contributes teamwork in the workplace.
• Takes responsibility and is accountable for own professional work ethics.
• Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules.
• Performs other functions as required.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, and optional voluntary benefits.

The Employee Wellness Rewards Program encourages staff to engage in health-enhancing activities - like challenges, webinars, and screenings - with opportunities to earn gift to earn gift cards and other incentives.

As a mission-driven organization, Presbyterian is deeply committed to improving community health across New Mexico through initiatives like growers' markets and local partnerships. Founded in 1908, Presbyterian is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. With nearly 14,000 employees, it is the largest private employer in the state, serving over 580,000 health plan members through Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

USD $23.04/Hr.

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.