Central Sterile Tech

Company: UNC Health Care
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Summary:
Processes and issues routine and specialized medical/surgical supplies and instruments used in the care and treatment of patients. Cleans, high-level disinfects/sterilizes, and packages medical and surgical instrument trays and inventories.
Responsibilities:
--- Assembles baskets of instruments, basin sets, and equipment using appropriate checklists and prepares for sterilization.
--- Assembles sets of supplies and instruments used in various clinical settings. Checks for cleanliness and functionality.
--- Decontaminates, disinfects, and thoroughly cleans supplies, instruments, and equipment used in various procedures.
--- Distributes instruments, equipment, and supplies to the appropriate location.
--- Monitors and maintains adequate levels of supplies, instruments, and equipment.
--- Monitors equipment for malfunctions. Makes minor repairs and notifies staff of the need for more major repairs.
--- Demonstrates proficiency in reprocessing and maintenance of endoscopes and other endoscopic equipment. Maintains scope washers and washer adapters. Checks detergent levels and the effectiveness of the disinfectant. Effectively communicates information regarding scope repairs, loaners, supplies, and QI information.
--- Interacts with equipment according to manufacturer guidelines, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of instrument and equipment instructions.
--- Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as per policy.
--- Maintains supplies needed for cleaning and reprocessing and communicates equipment failures and needed repairs effectively.
--- Accurately records data in appropriate logs.

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