Sterile Processing Technician II

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Organization :

NCH-Novato Community Hospital

Position Overview :

Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Integrates education and technical competence to execute safe and precise sterilization procedures. Adheres to all local / state / federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description :

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES :

SURGICAL SERVICES :

• Performs decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of all surgical instrumentation used at the surgery center or hospital.
• Participates in inventory control by conducting hospital rounds to collect, clean, then redistribute used supplies and order new supplies as needed.
• Completes routine and priority tasks within established departmental time frames.

CLERICAL :

SAFETY :

COMPLIANCE :

EDUCATION :

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma

HS Diploma or GED

Other : Graduate of an accredited sterile processing program.

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE :

1-year recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.

Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS :

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link : Job Requirements ()

Job Shift : Varied

Schedule : Per Diem / Casual

Shift Hours : Days of the Week :

Variable

Weekend Requirements :

As Needed

Benefits : No

Unions : No

Position Status : Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours : Employee Status :

Per Diem / Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE / M / F / Disability / Veterans.

Pay Range is $37.37 to $44.84 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​