Certificate Program
25 Weeks/712 Clock Hours
with 400 hours of ExternshipObjectives and goals
The Sterile Processing Technology Program prepares
students to be skilled technicians and work for Sterile
Processing Departments in hospitals and surgical
centers. The main objective of this program is place on Microbiology
and Infection Prevention. The course covers the rules
and responsibilities of The
Sterile Processing Department, including tools for cleaning,
decontamination, handling & preparation of sterile
equipment and supplies. In addition chemical
disinfection, flash sterilization, high and low
temperature sterilization of basic and complex surgical
instrumentation, communication and human
relation skills are also taught. Training also consists
of the basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy
and physiology.
The core curriculum of this course is guided by The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (ISHCSMM). The program meets national industry standards training requirements and competencies for Sterile Processing Technology as well as Department of Health and Senior Services State of New Jersey and complies with all policies and procedures in preparing graduates to enter the profession of Sterile Processing Technician. eligible for certification exam mandatory in the State of New Jersey.
Medical Career Institute provides on-campus lectures and work-simulated training with program appropriate equipment needed to successfully prepare students for this highly technical environment. The on-campus classroom and laboratory affords space for lecture, demonstrations and practice for mock sterile processing training. The off-campus Clinical Externship module of the curriculum is structured to include supervised hands-on training (requiring competencies logs and evaluations) at Clinical Externship Site.
Upon successful completion of the program, the diligent graduates will be awarded the Certification of Completion (Diploma) and should be proficient in performing entry-level sterile technician's tasks and responsibilities and can seek entry-level employment in the hospitals and surgical centers.
Employment
Most of Sterile Processing Technicians are employed
in hospital's Central Sterile Processing Departments and
Ambulatory Care Centers. They may also be utilized in
clinics, surgery centers, offices of ophthalmologists,
physicians or dentists. Their broad educational
background, plus specialized focus, allows Sterile
Processing Technicians to function well in a number of
diverse areas of their field as well as cross-train to
Surgical Technology Program. Employment possibilities in
addition to Central Sterile Processing Departments may
include material management,
product development, research or sales.
Working conditions
Sterile Processing Technicians work in well lit, cool and
controlled
environment. They may well be required to stand for long periods of time, and
it is vital their attention be focused on the tasks at hand. Most Technicians
work a regular 40-hour week: although they may be "part-time", work nights,
weekends and holidays on a rotating basis depending on their facility.