Sterile Processing Tech - PRN (Evenings)

Surgery Partners, Inc•San Antonio, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Operating Room Manager, Administrator or Director of Nursing, and at the direction of Registered Nurses, this role performs the processing of all instruments including decontamination, sterilizing, and storing according to hospital policies and procedures. The Sterile Processing Technician assures proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation and equipment. This role requires good knowledge of the principles and practices of documentation of the sterilization process and all equipment and instruments used in the Operating Room. The position requires a professional demeanor, adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA policies, and reporting of any suspected violations. Annual continuing education requirements must be fulfilled. Personal attributes include being self-directed, accountable, professional, and receptive to change, seeking guidance when needed. The role involves working under stress, requiring patience, stamina, endurance, and tact while providing excellent service. A teamwork attitude is essential, with a willingness to assist others and perform other job duties as requested. Interchangeability between the facility and hospital outpatient department may be required. Setting priorities, responding timely to issues, and ensuring desired results through consistent follow-through are key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
High school diploma or GED required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) prerequisite
2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Is aware of sterilization standards and performs in accordance with them.
Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.
Must be computer literate with basic fundamental computer skills required to perform essential job-related duties.

Nice To Haves

Certification of Sterile Processing preferred

Responsibilities

Performs processing of all instruments including decontamination, sterilizing, and storing according to policies and procedures.
Assures proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Demonstrates good knowledge of principles and practices of documentation of sterilization process.
Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment and instruments for all procedures performed in the Operating Room.
Maintains confidentiality of patients, coworkers, and facility information and adheres to HIPAA policy.
Fulfills annual HealthStream continuing education requirements.
Works under stress and in situations that demand patience, stamina, endurance, and tact.
Fosters an attitude of teamwork and willingness to assist others.
Performs other job duties as requested.
May be required to interchange from facility to hospital outpatient department as needed.
Sets priorities, responds timely to issues, and ensures desired results are achieved.
Adheres to staffing schedules, attendance policy, and cooperates with daily assignments.
Demonstrates skills as a team player and willingness to assist others.
Participates in orientation of new staff and peer evaluations.
Demonstrates ability to solve problems timely and constructively.
Willingness to teach others and participate in competency programs.
Completes HealthStreams in a timely manner annually.
Participates in all staff meetings for department and facility.
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills with staff, management, physicians, patients, and family members.
Establishes and maintains exceptional services to all customers.
Participates in the turnover of cases to achieve a high level of service.
Models appropriate interaction with physicians, patients, and staff.
Reviews daily schedule and prepares cases based upon preference cards and specific patient care needs.
Communicates changes as necessary to preference cards.
Demonstrates proper decontamination, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilization of surgical instruments.
Demonstrates proper use of sterilization equipment, confirmation of sterility, and documentation.
Maintains inventory of instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Assures facility sterile processing policies and procedures are followed.
Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly environment, adhering to all safety and infection control requirements.
Assures all instruments are in working order, overseeing repair, sharpening, and lubrication.
Handles surgical specimens and biohazardous material according to policy and procedures.
Participates in quality improvement activities as requested.
Conserves resources and minimizes cost when possible.
Participates and assists with implementation of cost-saving initiatives for the department.
Communicates ideas for cost containment and reducing expense.
Contributes to the growth of the facility through competency and customer service.
Communicates service line development ideas with facility leadership.
Engages in customer service conversations with physicians as adjunct to facility marketing initiatives.