Collections Specialist - Healthcare jobs in Harrisburg, PA

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• Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary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