SPD Technician I or II, 40 Hours, Evenings

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

8d•$22 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the sterile processing leadership Team, an SPD Technician I will decontaminate, inspect, assemble, high-level disinfect (HLD), sterilize, store, and distribute instruments, devices, and medical equipment throughout the UMass Memorial Medical Center, along with other associated tasks. They will utilize infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace. Under the direction of the Sterile Processing Leadership Team, an SPD Technician II will decontaminate, inspect, assemble, high-level disinfect (HLD), sterilize, store, and distribute instruments, devices and medical equipment throughout the UMass Memorial Medical Center, along with other associated tasks. They will utilize infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace. They will contribute towards quality improvement and function independently as technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of sterilization standards/procedures and associated terminology.
Proficiency with basic computer functions.
Completion of, or enrollment in an accredited Central Sterile Processing Technician program (for SPD Technician I).
Central Sterile Processing Technician certification that has been held for one (1) year (for SPD Technician II).
Certification is required within one year of employment (for SPD Technician I). Failure to obtain certification within one year will result in termination from this position.

Nice To Haves

Central Sterile Processing Technician certification (for SPD Technician I).

Responsibilities

Decontamination: Collects, receives, and records soiled instrumentation, equipment, and devices for the decontamination process and associated tasks as outlined by the established policies and processes, guided by industry regulations and recommendations, and manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFUs). Utilizes equipment, tools, solutions, and personal protective equipment in a prescribed manner while following universal safety precautions. Maintains a clean, safe and organized workspace. Other associated tasks.
Inspection & Assembly: Inspects for cleanliness and performs function testing of instrumentation, equipment, and devices. Assembles, packages, and records instrumentation, equipment, and devices following the established procedure for each. Maintains clean, safe and organized workspace. Other associated tasks.
High-Level Disinfection and Sterilization: Records and routes instrumentation, equipment, and devices for proper sterilization or high-level disinfection (HLD) as identified and outlined by manufacturer’s IFUs. Performs identified HLD process or sterilization cycle with appropriate equipment. Performs, monitors and records routine safety and efficacy testing of associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and industry standards. Maintains a clean, safe and organized workspace. Other associated tasks.
Sterile Storage: Ensures proper inventory, rotation and distribution of instrumentation, equipment, and carts as observed by supervisors. Distributes instruments and supplies according to the needs of the end user. Maintains a clean, safe and organized workspace. Other associated tasks.
Charge (SPD Technician II only): Expected to take charge if they’re the most senior technician (weekday or weekend). Others can volunteer, but they need to take charge if no one is interested. (Will rotate with multiple SPD Tech II’s)
Continuous Quality Improvement (SPD Technician II only): Performs quality audits.
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.
Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.