Central sterile (Sterile Processing Tech)

Department:

Scotland Memorial Hospital - Sterile Processing Services

Status:

Full time

Shift:

2nd (United States of America)

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Experience (Years/Type):

• 1 Year In Central Sterile (Preferred)
• Certification in Central Sterile (preferred)

Computer Skills (Hardware & Software):

• Keyboarding (Preferred)

Other Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal
• Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required To Be Successful
• Organizational Skills Are A Must
• Fosters A Teamwork Environment
• Must Be Able To Communicate With Patients, Customers, Other Departments And Staff In An Articulate Manner
• Must Be Able To Explain Technical Aspects Of Duties Performed To Supervisors And Co-Workers

Job Description:

1.Utilizes principles of infection control while performing duties. 2.Collects requests for supplies in specified areas. 3.Collects reusable articles that are dirty daily or as needed from other units in hospital. 4.Cleans all reusable articles and equipment per guidelines. 5.Facilitates safe disposal of contaminated debris. 6.Utilizes washer disinfector techniques to provide terminal decontamination of equipment and instruments designed to withstand steam, heat and water exposure. Utilizes cart washer for proper cleaning of case carts. 7.Utilizes water-termicide manual decontamination to provide terminal decontamination of instruments not designed to withstand heat, steam and water exposure. 8.Replaces broken or missing instruments or pieces to complete trays as indicated by tray count sheet and signatures. 9.Maintains appropriate instructions and care for all instruments and equipment. References online IFU's usine OneSource as needed. 10.Repackages all reusable items in proper package or wrappers, using correct sterilizer control. 11.Assembles packs for specified areas. 12.Checks for outdated supplies stored in Central Sterile and has knowledge of rotating supplies. 13.Utilizes appropriate sterilization technique to provide sterile product. 14.Maintains appropriate records and tests to assure effective sterile process. 15.Marks all articles sterilized in a log book with the date item sterilized, load number and sterilized number. If SPM is down, scans all items electronically into SPM system. 16.Changes sterilizer print out after each load and scan into SPM system. 17.Proper use of premade test pack for monitoring sterilizer. 18.Cleans sterilizers, other equipment, storage shelves and work areas in the department. 19.Routinely assesses protective environment and sterilization processes for effective function and initiates corrective actions where indicated. 20.Assembles and delivers instruments, goods and equipment required by surgical services. 21.Provides decontaminated equipment and/or in-house procedure trays and instruments for distribution to specified areas. 22.Cleans heavily soiled IV pumps that cannot be cleaned properly by EVS. Returns IV pump to location.

Careers

At Scotland Health Care System, we’re proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way.

Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need.

We offer a full spectrum of services—including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care—along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women’s health.

Our culture is built on caring—for our patients and for our people. We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. That’s why we offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare

• Flexible scheduling

• Exclusive savings programs

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a meaningful career where you can make a difference—Scotland Health Care System is the place for you. Join our team today!