Sterile Processing Tech III / 40hr Days- Sterile Processing

Overview

Job Summary : The Sterile Processing Technician III 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 III 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. Must be able to perform all duties in accordance with the NWH Policies and Procedures. International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) and / or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) standards and procedures should be understood and followed. Responsible for obtaining and maintaining CRCST or CBSPD at all times during employment.

Responsibilities

• 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 be required to rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed.
• Performs all other duties as needed.
• GI Principal Duties and Essential Functions : Room setup, daily assignments, scope preparation, cart transport, scope setup, computer sign-in, patient and procedure verification, HIPAA compliance, PPE usage, suction checks, waste / disposal, Environ-mate flushing procedures, end-of-day sign-off, and end-of-day room / stock tasks.

Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of Central Processing Technology Course required.

Experience : At least three (3) years of sterile processing experience required performing all Sterile Processing functions within an operative setting.

Licenses, Certifications and / or Registrations : 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; knowledge of steam sterilization and associated record-keeping; knowledge of Sterrad low temp sterilization and record-keeping; proper technique for cleaning, disinfecting, and decontamination; ATP testing on endoscopes, instruments and surfaces; knowledge of endoscope processor and record-keeping; knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting flexible scopes; understanding of department distribution systems; proper use of computer systems; procedures for providing cases to the Operating Room; participation in department quality improvement processes.

Physical Environment : Duties involve exposure to cleaning with soil, odors, dust, blood, body fluids, or other unpleasant elements; various physical demands described in the job description documentation.

Additional Information

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

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