Sterile Processing Technician

Since March 1995, Dulaney Eye Institute (DEI) has been meeting the needs of both patients and physicians. DEI offers state-of-the-art equipment along with highly qualified, experienced, and well-educated personnel. Our staff is committed to providing personalized patient care, addressing the unique needs of each patient in a safe and comfortable setting and they all contribute directly to the growth and success of our practice.

All of us at Dulaney Eye Institute take pride in being a member of this incredible team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our staff is as important as the services provided by the doctors.

The Sterile Processing Technician helps ASC maintain a high standard of care by giving physicians, nurses, access to the tools, instruments, devices, and personal protective equipment needed to deliver patient care and adhere to infection control and safety guidelines. A technician also inspects for signs of excessive wear and tear or damage on devices, equipment, and tools to reduce the risk of medical errors and minimize delays during medical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge of the best practices for infection control, hazardous waste disposal and emergency preparedness
• Keen attentiveness to detail to monitor working conditions, inspect equipment and oversee the decontamination process
• Organizational skills to efficiently fulfill supply requests
• Familiarity with a wide range of surgical instruments, medical devices and equipment
• Dexterity to operate equipment used for decontamination and sterilization
• Ability to remain stationary and upright during a shift and to move items that weigh up to 25 pounds.
• Experience using databases to look up infection control procedures as needed
• Strong oral and written communication skills to interact with members of the care team and keep accurate records
• Maintain proper inventory records
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens
• Participates in department’s quality assurance/quality improvement program
• All other duties as assigned
• New hire training on all systems and office practices
• Training support and communication of all ASC information
• Proficient in all ASC operations

Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
• One to five years’ experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as doctor’s notes
• Excellent Customer Service
• Self-Starter
• Professional Leadership Skills
• Travel to offices within network required

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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