Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

2d•$20 - $29

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Liaison between staff performing activities in a specialized area and the SPD leadership team. Collaborates with Operating Room staff to ensure availability of supplies and instrumentation for surgical cases. Collaborates with all other customers of Sterile Processing Department (SPD) services. Is a formal trainer of staff, new and existing, and assists in the implementation of new processes. Follows all standard operating procedures and policies and Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines. Able to recognize potential and actual processing errors, notify leadership, and follow-up according to procedure or instruction. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and maintains continuity in work flow. May participate in competency development, testing and documentation. May also attend meetings as a representative of Sterile Processing, and assist in developing department policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Three years of experience in a related field is preferred.
Must have extensive knowledge of instrumentation processing to include decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization.
Must have demonstrated organizational, communication, and computer skills.
Must be certified and maintain certification in Central Service Technology.

Nice To Haves

Additional Sterile Processing Certifications, such as Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), and Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Liaison between staff and SPD leadership.
Collaborates with Operating Room staff.
Collaborates with all other customers of Sterile Processing Department (SPD) services.
Formal trainer of staff.
Assists in the implementation of new processes.
Follows all standard operating procedures and policies and Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines.
Recognize potential and actual processing errors, notify leadership, and follow-up according to procedure or instruction.
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and maintains continuity in work flow.
May participate in competency development, testing and documentation.
May also attend meetings as a representative of Sterile Processing, and assist in developing department policies.