Job Description

Job Description

LanceSoft is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Machias, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/01/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The Central Service Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by Central Service. The employee must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of accepting pressure assignments, clerical assignments and other duties relative to the department. They must maintain a high degree of confidentiality and support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensures proper operating of autoclave units prior to use on a daily basis
• Responsible for ensuring biological and chemical tests at beginning of every day shift if assigned and record results in appropriate log
• Inspects gas and steam autoclaves for visible signs of malfunction
• Processes contaminated instruments and supplies returned to Central Service
• Uses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilization
• Processes all items appropriately following manufacturer’s instructions
• Assists with training and in-services for new and long term employees
• Applies aseptic technique in daily work assignments.
• Stores supplies and equipment in appropriate location
• Cares for instruments, syringes, needles and special procedure items and is knowledgeable in their usage
• Assures tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization.
• Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam and all general equipment.
• Receives and delivers surgical supplies and fills requisition requests
• Capable of ordering weekly department supplies from Materials Management and outside vendors when needed
• Maintains all necessary records and documentation
• Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands
• Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures
• Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures
• Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department
• Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
• Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of Down East Community.
• Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of Down East Community.
• Communicates any concern related to compliance issues to manager of department or Compliance Officer.
• Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.

About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Long term contract, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Day shift,

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