SPD Tech-Certified

Position Details

Department : PCH-MAIN | Sterile Processing

Location : Phoenix

Shift : Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Evenings, 2pm-10 : 30pm

Category : Surgery / Endo / SPD

Posting # : 809548

Employee Type : Varies

Position Summary

Posting Note :

• Full-time, 12pm-8 : 30pm OR 2 : 30pm-11 : 00pm- with call and holiday coverage

The Sterile Processing & Distribution (SPD) Certified Technician provides a variety of technical functions in the decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments and other medical supplies in compliance with policies and procedures of Perioperative Services, AORN, JCAHO, OSHA, and AAMI standards. The SPD Certified Technician must have a working knowledge of decontamination, instrumentation, and sterilization, as well as a national certification as noted in the job qualifications.

Position Duties

1. Receives soiled case carts / bins and soiled instruments into the decontamination area.

2. Prioritizes instruments needed for turnaround.

3. Hand washes / pre-soaks instruments in an enzymatic solution.

4. Changes chemicals for washers when indicated assuring the proper chemicals are used.

5. Maintains records for sterilization.

1. Checks operating room needs regularly.

2. Checks case carts / bins for needed items.

3. Returns unused items to the Sterile Processing Department.

4. Assists in assembling case carts.

5. Assists in maintaining supplies in O.R.'s and clean core (Main O.R. duty)

1. Assemble instruments in order of importance.

2. Inspects all instruments for damage.

3. Assembles and tests instrumentation to ensure working properly.

4. Determines when repair / replacement is needed.

5. Wrap instruments / sets in appropriate manner.

6. Utilize count sheets for proper sorting of instrumentation and equipment to provide for efficient procedures.

7. Utilize 'Assembly Books' for proper peel packing of instrumentation for clinics / departments.

1. Perform all daily tests and record results.

2. Prepare label gun with correct date and identification number and stamp each item to be sterilized.

3. Utilize Instrument tracking system for proper documentation.

4. Place sterilized items onto the appropriate storage shelf.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by :

Values