Sterile Processing Tech (SPD) - Per Diem - Mercy Chula Vista

Scripps Health • Chula Vista, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a casual position generally working an 8-hr varied shift, with occasional weekends required, located at Scripps Mercy Hospital in Chula Vista. Scripps Health is recognized as a top employer, certified as a Great Place to Work, and consistently ranked for its workplace culture, diversity, and professional development opportunities. The Scripps Mercy Chula Vista SPD team is highlighted for its outstanding leadership, collaborative environment, high performance, and commitment to excellence, as evidenced by excellent survey scores and zero findings in the last Joint Commission survey.

Requirements

• Completion of college training program for SPD or online study program or completion of formal on the job training program.
• Knowledge of sterilizers, surgical instrumentation, and medical equipment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or CBSPD Certification.
• One year of experience in SPD in lieu of certification acceptable upon hire, OR hired into Scripps Sterile Processing Tech Transition Program, but CRCST or CBSPD Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the cleaning, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical instruments, equipment, and supplies used in procedures for patient care.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment requiring decontamination or sterilization according to designated principles of asepsis.
• Responds to immediate requests for sterilization or delivery of sterilized instruments to insure there is no patient exposure to bioburden.
• Responsible for testing and recording of sterilizer equipment performance to ensure operating within sterility standards.
• Maintains established control systems for supplies and equipment processed.

Benefits

• Transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees