Sterile Processing Tech 3 (Parent for 3 of 3)

University of California, San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of SPD leadership, the Sterile Processing Tech 3 assists with the overall workflow of the shift. The role decontaminates, operationally checks, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes surgical instrumentation, implants, supplies, and equipment throughout the Medical Center. The incumbent maintains related documentation, helps train other Sterile Processing Technicians, and troubleshoots equipment, instruments, and customer issues. The position also operates and maintains sterilization and decontamination equipment and related computer systems, and participates in performance improvement planning and implementation.

The position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. The incumbent demonstrates proficiency across department workflows and may perform in a leadership capacity or relieve Sterile Processing leaders when required.

Requirements

• High school graduate, G.E.D., or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization: CRCST through IAHCSMM or CSPDT through CBSPD.
• At least three years of previous Sterile Processing Technician experience.
• Knowledge of SPD areas, including decontamination; inspection, assembly, and packaging across all service lines; sterilization of packaged medical devices; quality control and sterilization record keeping; sterile product distribution; and case cart preparation, building, and quality assurance.
• Ability to operate machinery including sterilizers, washers, and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems, including Windows OS, keyboard, and mouse operations.
• Ability to competently perform multiple complex tasks.
• Detailed knowledge of medical terminology, departmental policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and leading industry practices.
• Knowledge of standard precautions for safety and cross-contamination prevention.
• Detailed knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to understand, speak, and write English to communicate with nursing, technical, and medical staff.
• Ability to safely move heavy trays and equipment, lift up to 50 pounds, and stand for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lead or supervisory experience in a sterile processing setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the overall workflow of the shift under the direction of SPD leadership.
• Decontaminate, operationally check, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instrumentation, implants, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain documentation related to sterile processing duties.
• Assist in training other Sterile Processing Technicians.
• Troubleshoot equipment, instruments, and customer issues.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment, decontamination equipment, and related computer systems.
• Participate in performance improvement planning and implementation.
• Keep work areas, including hallways, neat, orderly, and clutter-free; follow cleaning processes and return items to their proper places.
• Remove and report broken equipment and furniture, and pick up and dispose of litter throughout the facility.
• Post flyers and posters only in designated areas, not on walls, doors, or windows.
• Know where the department's Environment of Care Manual is kept and correct or report unsafe conditions to appropriate departments.
• Protect the physical environment and equipment from damage and theft.
• Relieve Sterile Processing leaders of their duties when required and perform in a leadership capacity when other SPD leaders are absent.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all department workflows and in implementing sustainable quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a satisfactory evaluation and attendance record.
• Remain flexible and perform other duties related to the department mission as required.

What This Job Offers

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