Process Associate jobs in Lafayette, LA

1. Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.

2. Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, remove waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.

3. Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.

4. Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.

5. Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.

6. Testing and reporting any issues or problems promptly with the sterilization equipment.

7. Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.

8. Preparing necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.

9. Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized times, equipment maintenance and supplies.

10. Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and continuously checking expiration dates.

11. Any other duties assigned as needed to help drive our Mission and abide by our organizations values.

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  Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English effectively.
• BLS (CPR) Certification preferred but not required.
• Certification and or formal training in sterile processing preferred but not required.

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  Knowledge of and adherence to current surgical practice, infection prevention, and surgical standards of practice.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.