SPD Tech I FT I Nights I Le Bonheur

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Performs daily activities for cleaning, decontamination, packaging, sterilizing and storing of surgical instruments and supplies. Maintains inventory levels and ensures proper care and operation of equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Performs daily activities for cleaning, decontamination, packaging, sterilizing and storing of surgical instruments and supplies. Maintains inventory levels and ensures proper care and operation of equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, infection control requirements, and surgical procedures and instruments is preferred.
• Must be competent to perform all job functions by the end of orientation.
• Ability to understand and perform basic principles of infection control and aseptic technique.
• Exhibit manual dexterity and speed in performing assembly line tasks.
• Ability to communicate promptly, clearly and accurately in both written and oral form.
• Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Work requires the ability to read and understand complex instructions and perform basic arithmetic calculations.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred - No prior work experience
• Preferred - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

Responsibilities

• Performs activities for the decontamination, assembly, packaging, processing, and sterilization of surgical instruments according to standards.
• Stocks and replenishes supplies and equipment.
• Maintains and ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques in accordance with regulatory guidelines and infection control procedures.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees