Sterile Processing Tech II - (Full-Time, 8-Hour Night Shifts, SEIU Union)

Stanford Health Care

7d•$37 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing (SP) Technician II is responsible for supporting the operations of the Sterile Processing Department of the hospital. The Sterile Processing Technician II will participate in the all activities/duties of the Department by following policy and procedure for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of all patient care instrumentation, equipment and supplies. Must be able to assemble all types of instrument sets and may work in sterile cores of the Operating rooms. Participates in the departmental patient safety and performance improvement initiatives. Performs related duties as assigned, including possibly relieving the Lead Sterile Processing Tech.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
Ability to clean, sterilize, assemble, and store medical supplies and equipment according to established standards and procedures.
Ability to effectively prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
Ability to establish and maintain respectful relationships with a diverse population.
Ability to follow policies and procedures regarding all aspects of an assignment including basic arithmetic and inventory calculations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
Knowledge of and experience with surgical instrumentation, sterilization practices, and surgical supplies and case cart assembly.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology; sterilization methods and equipment, supply distribution, storage and inventory control.
Knowledge of surgical instrument processing, including the assembly of complex surgical instrument sets in all services.
CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician within 180 Days or CSPDT - Sterile Process/Dist Tech

Responsibilities

Assists with training of new staff.
Assures the prudent use of resources and efficiently maintains inventory.
Follows Hospital Safety and Infection Prevention policy and guidelines for self, patients, visitors and employees.
Maintains professional behavior and appearance.
Maintains professional self-development by participating in educational opportunities available both internally and externally.
Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic systems for shift work activity.
Reports any discrepancies or unusual activity to the Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician or Supervisor.
Participates in and complies with departmental and institutional regulatory requirements, policy and procedure pertaining to: quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance.
Actively participates in quality improvement issues with appropriate monitoring and documentation.
Participates in Hospital Departmental Committees and Task Forces as requested.
Performs duties by following the policy and procedures of the hospital and the Sterile Processing Department.
Works collaboratively with peers to achieve department’s goals and organization’s vision.
Performs technical tasks while conforming to standard procedures and methods used to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute supplies and instrumentation within the applicable Federal, State and other regulatory agencies including the Joint Commission.
Prepares assigned shift work report of activity and apprises Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician or Supervisor of issues and needs.
Promotes a positive work environment by practicing good communication, diversity awareness and teamwork.