About Wilmington Health
Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients. Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve.
Purpose
To support the Wilmington Health ASC department in providing safe and efficient care to patients, by performing instrument care duties such as preparation, sterilization, and distribution.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Philosophy 1. Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals and objectives 2. Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures 3. Follows the facility's Standards for Ethical Business Conduct 4. Conducts oneself as a positive role model and team member 5. Cognizant of patient's rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties 6. Participates in facility commi ttees, meetings, inservices, and activities
- Communication 1. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers 2. Interactions with others are positive, respectful, and considerate
- Financial Practices 1. Utilizes facility resources appropriately avoiding wasteful practices 2. Reports wasteful practices 3. Analyzes work area and makes recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements
- Compliance Program 1. Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted Compliance Program 2. Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures
- Performance Improvement Program 1. Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted Performance Improvement Program 2. Performs according to established performance improvement policies and procedures
- Safety/Risk Management Program 1. Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities 2. Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy and procedure noncompliance to the Safety Officer or other designated person
- Professional Competence 1. Maintains professional competence by participating in continuing education and other learning experiences 2. Contributes to growth and education of staff by sharing knowledge gained in continuing education 3. Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations 4. Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities 5. Open to suggestions and recommendations
- Duties 1. Maintains a clean and orderly central processing work area (e.g. shelves, counters, equipment). 2. Adheres to the sterilization process policies and procedures. 3. Cleans each item according to manufacturer's instruction 4. Inspects instruments visually for damage and defects; lubricates items as required. 5. Determines that each item is in good working condition 6. Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy and procedure. 7. Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy and procedure. 8. Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date. 9. Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing items. 10. Positions items correctly in sterilizer and selects proper cycle; seeks assistance when needed. 11. Checks indicators for proper functioning. 12. Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policies and procedures.
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- Maintains availability of supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization process.
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- Cleans sterilizers according to established policies and procedures.
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- Maintains inventory levels and accurate records.
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- Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in the facility.
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- Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary.
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- Places items in correct location.
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- Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area.
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- Maintains and updates the instrument tray inventory list.
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- Maintains current information regarding routine preference cards.
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- Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources.
Other Duties
• As assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Required
- High School Graduate or GED Certification
- Training or courses in sterile technique, sterilization of instruments
- Strong ethical and moral character references
- Full COVID 19 vaccination is required for ASC positions only.
Preferred
- Instrument Processing Technician experience
- ASC experience
Wilmington Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We are committed to treating everyone equally with respect regardless of race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual preference, disability, genetic information, or any other class protected under state or federal law.
ADA Physical Demands
Rarely (Less than .5 hrs/day) Occasionally (0.6 – 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently (2.6 – 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously (5.6 – 8.0 hrs/day)
Physical Demand
Required?
Frequency
Standing
Frequently
Sitting
Frequently
Walking
Frequently
Kneeling/Crouching
Occasionally
Lifting
Frequently
Instrument Tech Competencies
General
1. Customer Service 2. Professionalism/Integrity/Responsibility 3. Teamwork/Process Focus 4. Dependability/Punctuality 5. Interpersonal Relationships/Communication 6. Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving 7. Quality/Quantity 8. Initiative 9. Safety/Housekeeping 10. Organizational Skills/Time Management
