Travel Sterile Processing Technician 1,486 per week

Talent4Health
US - South Carolina - Mount Pleasant
February 4, 2025

Talent4Health is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

& Requirements

Specialty:
Sterile Processing Technician
Discipline:
Allied Health Professional
Start Date:
02/24/2025
Duration:
13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift:
8 hours, days
Employment Type:
Travel

Sterile Processing Tech 4 years' experience required

Schedule Notes:
8 hour shifts; Mon-Fri - 1100-1930; No Call

Education:
Certification in sterile processing - Required Experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation - Required:
2 Years Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination - Required

Duties:
Job Summary:
To provide hospital departments, including but not limited to, the Operating Room, Emergency Room and Labor and Delivery with sterile instruments and trays.
Direct and coordinate Sterile Processing Department's staff in accordance with departmental policies and procedures through AAMI/AORN.
Contacts:
Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) physicians and employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Performs sterile processing duties:
Processes and sterilizes equipment/instruments, following recommendations of AAMI and ASHCSP.
Demonstrates knowledge of equipment/instruments being processed for various nursing units.
Disassembles and cleans all equipment using approved disinfectants and detergents.
Accounts for equipment and supplies used.
Completes instrument sets accurately using Quality Control pick/reference sheets.
Documents all work completed for sterilization in log book.
Performs weekly assignments including weekly cleaning and restocking.
Removes any inoperable equipment or instruments and transfers to appropriate holding area for pick-up.
Prepares reusable equipment for redistribution as needed.
2.
Assists in the coordination of patient care:
Assists nursing units in coordinating supplies for patient care.
Collaborates with other hospital team members.
Participates in performance improvement activities.
3.
Clinical preceptor :
Performs clinical preceptor role for technicians - collaborating with the patient care coordinator.
4.
Care of environment and equipment:
Maintains unit.
Maintains and cleans equipment 5.
Assumes leadership role - Level II Techs • Effectively problem solves • Serves as a role model • Supports staff in a "shift charge" role • Supports customer services • Supports clinical areas and leadership of those areas • Assists in planning and implementation of unit goals • Maintains open communication • Encourages cost effectiveness • Maintains productivity Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.
Skills:
Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures regarding decontamination of instruments, sterilization, universal precautions and various hospital equipment.
Able to monitor quality control throughout the department.
Able to interpret and apply professional guidelines/standards (AAMI/AORN).
Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions/application of critical thinking.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Other:
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Work Demands/Environment:
Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Requires working under stressful conditions and/or working irregular hours.
Potential exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, body fluids and other conditions common to a hospital environment.

About Talent4Health

A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation.
Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities.
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Travel Sterile Processing Technician 1,486 per week