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Sterile Processing Technician II

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Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician II ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and established industry standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission, and critical goals of the organization into their job performance. Sterile Processing Technician II disassembles, cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes sterile instruments, flexible scopes and supplies used in the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department, and throughout the hospital; perform chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment.
• Leak test, evaluate, clean/disinfect, and process flexible endoscopes.
• Inspect instrumentation for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Assemble surgical instruments and kits utilizing kit assembly information.
• Package, wrap, and prepare kit/instrument loads for sterilization.
• Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment.
• Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment.
• Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments.
• Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner.
• Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon specific preference cards.
• Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes.
• Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor.
• Utilize a variety of computer systems. Existing knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM is preferred.
• Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers.
• May required to rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent education required. Effective written and verbal communications skills required. Completion of Central Processing Technology Course required.

Experience: At least two (2) years of sterile processing experience required performing all Sterile Processing functions within an operative setting.

License/ Registration: Registered Central Service Technician (C.R.C.S.T) or Certified Sterile Process/Dist Tech (C.S.P.D.T) or equivalent required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrates proper preparation of instruments for sterilization.
• Practices proper techniques for all biological testing of sterilizers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of steam sterilization and associated record-keeping.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of Sterrad low temp sterilization and associated record-keeping.
• Practices proper technique for cleaning, disinfecting, and decontamination of instrumentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of utilizing the endoscope processor and associated record-keeping.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and recommended practice of cleaning and disinfecting flexible scopes.
• Demonstrates understanding of the distribution systems utilized by the department.
• Demonstrates the proper utilization of the computer systems. Existing knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM is preferred.
• Demonstrates the procedures for providing cases to the Operating Room.
• Participates in department quality improvement/performance improvement processes.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.22 - $31.71/Hourly

Grade

5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.