Sterile Processing Lead I Ft I Evenings I Germantown

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Germantown, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides day-to-day direction and assistance for OR sterile processing. Coordinates and/or 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. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. 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 Provides day-to-day direction and assistance for OR sterile processing. Coordinates and/or 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. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Sterile processing and/or surgical field 3-5 years
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
• Extensive knowledge of methods and procedures in sterile processing, assembling and packaging of surgical instruments and supplies.
• Knowledgeable in surgical instrumentation and procedures.
• Knowledgeable in sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment on decision making in resolving new or unusual problems related to the general or technical aspects of the job.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to function with little supervision, delegate work to others, and take initiative to resolve issues.
• 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.
• May be required to float to other locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Technical Degree or Diploma Sterile Processing
• Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day direction and assistance for sterile processing to provide sterile instruments and supplies in accordance with professional standards.
• Monitors the work of others and serves as a resource for Sterile Processing Techs by answering questions, researching issues, and resolving problems.
• Collaborates with technical staff in organizing daily workflow and patient care.
• Coordinates scheduling of staff and equipment/supplies as appropriate to meet surgery schedule needs, within budgetary and productivity requirements.
• Assists with on-the-job training, education and in-service programs to ensure a high level of technical skill and compliance with continuing education requirements.
• Provides input to manager regarding job performance.
• Coordinates the servicing of equipment and instrumentation including routine care and maintenance.
• Performs or oversees activities for the decontamination, assembly, packaging, processing, and sterilization of surgical instruments according to standards.
• Maintains and ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques in accordance with regulatory guidelines and infection control procedures.
• Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment.
• Plans and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
• Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED