Lead Sterile Processing Tech

Lead Sterile Processing Tech

Singing River Gulfport | Full-Time | Midshift w / call requirements |

15200 Community Road

Gulfport, Mississippi, 39503

United States

PositionOverview :

The Lead Technician assists in the management of the Sterile Processing Department under the guidance and supervision of a Manager. He / She provides supervision in the absence of the Manager; assists with scheduling and time management; and provides sterile instruments and safe equipment for patients of all ages. The Lead Technician cleans, disinfects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instruments; tests and operates sterilization equipment; monitors the sterilization process and sterilization equipment operation on a daily basis; documents and maintains sterilization records; assembles surgical supplies; and decontaminates patient equipment. The Lead Technician must be resourceful in procuring patient supplies and equipment. He / She orders and receives patient equipment and supplies; maintains accurate records; operates the computer to verify and assure correct patient charges; and conducts patient charge inquiry, posts and credits charges. The Lead Technician must effectively communicate with the Manager and staff; offer solutions and suggestions for improvements in intra and interdepartmental functions; and assist with the orientation and education of SPD staff. The Lead Technician must be trained and able to function in this role to facilitate understanding and communication between the Operating Room and the Sterile Processing Department.

DISCLAIMER : This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education :

High School diploma or GED equivalent.

License : N / A

Certifications :

Certified Central Service Technician or actively pursuing certification.

Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.

Experience :

At least five years of Central Service experience required. Two years computer experience preferred.

Reports to : Manager

Supervises :

Sterile Processing Coordinator / Sterile Processing Technicians

Physical Demands :

Work is moderately active : involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions : substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.

Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms / printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.

Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

Mental Demands :

Must demonstrate keen mental faculties / assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication / speaking / enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.

Special Demands :

Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.