Sterile Processing Tech (CS) - Northwell Health : Job Details

Performs a variety of instrumentation decontamination, sterilization, packaging, inventory, and distribution tasks according to established department policies and procedures. Job Responsibility - Dissembles, cleans, sterilizes, reassembles and packages sterile supplies according to specifications and/or manufacturer instructions. Follows department procedures to use appropriate sterilization method for various types of instrumentation. Operates washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic machines, steam and ethylene oxide sterilizers, heat sealers, and additional equipment during sterilization procedures. Adheres to instrument count sheets for surgical sets and case carts. Covers and rotates trays and sets per sterile storage guidelines. Follows safety protocols to ensure no injury to self/others (proper body mechanics, protective apparel during decontamination procedures, etc.) - Retrieves used trays, instruments and equipment from various surgical and clinical hospital areas for decontaminatio...Processing, Sterile, Tech, Mechanical, Instrument, Healthcare