Sterile Processing Tech I - PD - Days - Sterile Processing @ MV

El Camino Hospital • Mountain View, CA

71d • $36 - $46

About The Position

This is the developmental level position in the Sterile Processing Department as a Sterile Processing Technician I. In this position, the incumbent performs segments of work pertaining to the sterilization, preparation, supply items and Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) decontamination and distribution support for El Camino Hospital. The term 'supply item' as used in this functional statement refers to disposable and reusable items for patient care including instrumentation (scissors, forceps, retractors, etc.), reusable medical equipment, surgical trays and sets and various other items that could be processed or assembled through the Decontamination and Preparation areas of Sterile Processing Department. The Sterile Processing Technician I specializes within the areas of critical and semi-critical surgical equipment processing.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three months experience in sterile processing and/or operating room in an acute care setting, or successful completion of a sterile processing program.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication and customer-service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Current valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, preparation and assembly, sterilization processing, storage and distribution of medical equipment.
• Utilize knowledge, skills, interpersonal and mentoring competencies, and professionalism in daily tasks.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge of SPD procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME.
• Demonstrate knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination.
• Utilize Manufactures Instructions For Use (IFU) in accordance with SPD instructions and policies.
• Serve as a proctor for sterile processing students as instructed.
• Earn and maintain current SPD certification within 1 year of hire date.

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED