Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technician (2nd shift)

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Newly Hired Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technicians are eligible for a $2,500 Commitment Bonus!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required. (Employees hired before 2/18/19 are not required to have high school diploma or equivalent.)
Previous experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
Working knowledge of computer required.
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and care/cleaning strongly preferred; knowledge of sterile techniques preferred.
Certification in Sterile Processing and/or Technology required within 2 years of hire date - CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA). (Employees hired before 2/18/2019 are not required to obtain certification.)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a healthcare environment
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and care/cleaning
Knowledge of sterile techniques

Responsibilities

Cleaning, decontamination, assembly, and high-level disinfection of all reusable medical instrumentation.
Maintaining high standards of consistency and continuous product flow between the OR and Sterile Processing.
Maintaining adequate supply levels in the sterile storage area, rotating stock as appropriate and pulling case carts for the daily surgical schedule.
Cleans, decontaminates, assembles, and disinfects scope trays and equipment following established tray lists and manufacturer's recommendations.
Maintains communication with customers and departments regarding requests and delivery of sterile supplies.
Promotes best practice by demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care.
Performs assigned duties to maintain unit in a state of survey readiness and maintain quality initiatives (e.g., quality control measures, emergency equipment checks, and department cleanliness).
Uses the computerized instrument tracking system in the performance of assigned duties, obtaining instrument count sheets, obtaining special handling instructions for instrumentation, documenting sterilization loads, and other assigned tasks.
Adheres to unit programs to support patient care such as maintaining a quiet environment and customer service.
Efficient and punctual distribution of case carts, equipment, and stat supplies to the OR and maintains sterility and/or cleanliness according to hospital protocol.
Maintains accurate log for equipment out for repair.
Tests operational efficiency of instrumentation prior to reprocessing and reports problems to appropriate leadership.
Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment).
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.