Senior Sterile Processing Technician

Providence • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for all task-based Central Services activities. Sterile Processing activities include, but are not limited to: decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation, assembly and delivery of surgical and interventional procedure case carts, paring and replenishment of materials, and receiving and distribution of Sterile Processing supplies. The Sterile Processing Technician must be able to decontaminate and assemble surgical instrumentation using an automated Instrument Tracking System. Uses an electronic handheld ordering device and works with the Materials Coordinator to par, order, and replenish soft supplies in the surgical core, and CS packs storage area. Assembles the surgical case cart from a predetermined preference list; the case cart includes surgical instrumentation; peel packs, soft supplies, packs, and implants. The Sterile Processing Technician is accountable for all activities to which s/he is assigned during their shift, to include: quality and accuracy of instrument decontamination, assembly, sterilization, case cart assembly, and supply par and replenishment. Selects appropriate method of sterilization, verify parameters, and documents sterility accurately and appropriately. Complies with all department specific policies and procedures. Identifies and reports supply, equipment, and procedure problems to the Operations Supervisor or Manager. Works with and under the guidance of the Lead Central Services Technician, Central Services Coordinator, and Materials Coordinator to prioritize tasks in order to support clinical operations effectively and efficiently. May be asked to perform as Lead Technician; this includes the assignment, training, and allocation of staffing resources to meet the needs of clinical operations. Must be able to demonstrate performance of the activities and tasks of the Central Services Technician proficiently and comfortably. Expected to fulfill varying weekend coverage. Expected to provide support and coverage across all Swedish campuses as needed. May occasionally work overtime. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Ballard and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Coursework/Training - Completion of formal Central Services Technician course or successfully challenged Course test.
• Upon Hire: National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association --or-- National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
• 3 years of related experience with surgical instrumentation in hospital Sterile Processing/Central Services environment

Nice To Haves

• Materials management and/or supply chain experience

Responsibilities

• decontamination
• assembly
• sterilization of surgical instrumentation
• assembly and delivery of surgical and interventional procedure case carts
• paring and replenishment of materials
• receiving and distribution of Sterile Processing supplies
• decontaminate and assemble surgical instrumentation using an automated Instrument Tracking System
• par, order, and replenish soft supplies in the surgical core, and CS packs storage area
• assemble the surgical case cart from a predetermined preference list
• Selects appropriate method of sterilization, verify parameters, and documents sterility accurately and appropriately
• Complies with all department specific policies and procedures
• Identifies and reports supply, equipment, and procedure problems to the Operations Supervisor or Manager
• prioritize tasks in order to support clinical operations effectively and efficiently
• perform as Lead Technician; this includes the assignment, training, and allocation of staffing resources to meet the needs of clinical operations
• Expected to fulfill varying weekend coverage
• Expected to provide support and coverage across all Swedish campuses as needed
• May occasionally work overtime

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees