ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Instruments:

• Sterilizes instruments, equipment, utensils, linen, and supplies using the appropriate sterilizing equipment in compliance with AMPSC policies.
• Loads sterilizing equipment in the prescribed manner and sets controls to specified time and temperature settings according to materials and requirements of items being sterilized.
• Performs appropriate biological, mechanical, and chemical quality indicators.
• Completes detailed and timely documentation records.
• Assembles instrument trays and packs according to lists provided, labeling with appropriate descriptions.
• Notifies Central Supply Supervisor/ Nurse Manager when unable to replace damaged, broken, or missing instruments or equipment.
• Performs cleaning, disinfecting, and decontamination duties on a wide variety of medical devices and equipment following specified guidelines outlined by AMPSC policies and procedures.

Supplies:

• Orders, receives, issues, stores, and distributes all materials with accurately completed documentation of the transactions.
• Assists with providing and maintaining proper and secure storage for all supplies and equipment.
• Follows guidelines for aseptic technique and rotation of stock when handling sterile supplies.
• Assembles supplies for procedures accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes urgent requests and future surgery schedules for supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Maintains par inventory levels of non-sterile and sterile supplies.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and consistently meets the assigned work schedule.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in orientation of new employees to assigned work area.
• Operates computer systems appropriate for each work area.
• Answers phone and intercom promptly and professionally.
• Performs functions other than described due to extenuating circumstances.
• Abides by all AMPSC departmental policies.