Lead CS/SPD Technician

Cleveland Clinic

13d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Details This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. In the absence of a supervisor, the Lead 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 position works at Main Campus Building E, 11:00pm – 7:30am, with rotating weekends and holidays. A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Sterile Processing Distribution certification (CRCST) by IAHCSMM or CBSPD
• One year of experience as a sterile processing, central service and/or operating room technician
• Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting items that weigh 20-30 pounds.
• Requires the ability to push a fully loaded cart weighing up to 200+ pounds.
• Possible exposure to biological and chemical contamination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to within normal range.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a Certified CS/SPD Technician.
• 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.
• Monitor and control supplies and equipment, resolves any related issues.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the proper handling of equipment, instrumentation, and chemicals.
• Observe personal protective equipment standards in decontamination process.
• Use the department's instrument and productivity tracking program to maintain accurate records regarding sterilization and set assembly count-sheets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED