Responsibilities:

Reprocesses endoscopes according to AAMI, SGNA, AORN, and CDC standards.

Maintains inventories and performs safety checks on endoscopic equipment.

Cleans, disinfects, or calibrates scopes as per manufacturer recommendations.

Ensures processing and assembly of medical supplies and instruments.

Operates automated washers and sterilizers following written instructions.

Inspects instrumentation for cleanliness and defects.

Uses SPM Instrument Tracking System for all assignments.

Ensures High-Level Disinfection/Sterilization (HLD/S) processes are documented and validated.

 

Skills/Experience Needed:

Experience with scope reprocessing.

At least two years experience in central supply or O.R. processing area preferred.

Proficiency in SPM Instrument Tracking System.

Knowledge of AAMI standards and infection control guidelines.

 

Education:

High School Diploma / GED required.

 

Certifications:

Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) within 18 months required.

Mandatory Certification (at least 1 of the following + CER):

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).

Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution.

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT).

Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution.