Scrub Technician

  • Chambersburg
  • Omni Eye Specialist
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties
  • Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment)
  • Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures
  • Cleans each item according to manufacturer’s instructions
  • Inspects instruments under microscope for damage and defects; lubricates items as required
  • Determines whether each item is in good working condition
  • Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedure
  • Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy/procedure
  • Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date
  • Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed)
  • Checks equipment indicators for proper functioning
  • Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedure
  • Maintains availability of recording supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization process
  • Maintains inventory levels and accurate records
  • Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in facility
  • Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary
  • Places items in correct location
  • Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area
  • Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory list
  • Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources

Instrument cleanliness/working condition