CS SPD Lead Technician

Cleveland Clinic•Weston, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000. Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. In the absence of a supervisor, the Lead Sterile Processing (CS/SPD) Technician will lead the daily activities of the assigned SPD team or department, including assigning resources, corrective action and assistance with performance reviews. You will develop skills, such as leadership, teamwork, innovation and empathy, and make a difference in patients’ lives every day while advancing your career. A caregiver in this role works evenings + on-call shifts from 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Sterile Processing certification (e.g. CRCST/CSPDT or CFER/CER)
Two years of experience as a Sterile Processing, Central Service or Operating Room Technician
Certificate of Healthcare Leadership within six months of hire

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience as a Sterile Processing, Central Service and/or Surgical Technologist
Operating room experience
One year of sterile processing technician experience
Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

Perform case pull functions efficiently and accurately.
Scan, sort and inspect instruments for functionality and cleanliness.
Assemble, wrap and label instruments according to provided lists.
Ensure proper cleaning, decontamination, assembly and high-level disinfection of reusable instrumentation in accordance with AAMI standards.
Build case carts using electronic preference cards and dispatch them to appropriate locations.
Provide technical expertise for all customers, internal and external.
Troubleshoot all processing equipment problems, including washers, sonics, endo processors, cart washers, sterilizers and the instrument tracking system.
Seek ways to eliminate errors, reduce turnaround time, maintain workflow and improve customer service.
Follow department standards when processing equipment, instrumentation and chemicals.
Perform QA testing on instrumentation and equipment.
Monitor and control supplies and equipment and resolve any related issues.
Demonstrate an understanding of the proper handling of equipment, instrumentation and chemicals.
Provide input on performance reviews and progressive disciplinary actions for assigned caregivers.
Use the department's instrument and productivity tracking program to maintain accurate records regarding sterilization and set assembly count-sheets.