Sterile Processing Technician II - Sterile Processing HC3 - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Keck Medicine of USC•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$27 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) II serves with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, HLD (high level disinfection) and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation, scopes, probes and implants throughout the organization. Operates Steam (autoclave) H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, AER (automated endoscope reprocessor), sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Stores, dates, rotates and distributes reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines.

Requirements

High School or equivalent
Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program. If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
1 year Sterile Processing
Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.
Ability to operate complex machinery including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.
Knowledge of medical terminology

Nice To Haves

Current Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD) or Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP or ABHES certification (Must be maintained by renewal before expiration date).
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Responsibilities

Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU.
Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness.
Disassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate and load automated washers according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU).
Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment according to established protocols and professional standards.
Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in the Sterile Storage and OR.
Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance.
Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation.
Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments.
Train and assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.
Troubleshoot and address routine equipment, instrument, and customer issues.
Interface with OR, ancillary departments, and other customers to resolve issues.
Receive loaner trays via Casechek and communicate with outside companies to help resolve instrument issues.
Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.
Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.
Prepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list.
Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.
Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking system.
May train or provide guidance or work direction to the Sterile Processing Technician I as needed.
Responsible for decontaminating all Endoscopes & Probes according to manufacturer’s guidelines (IFU).
Reprocesses Endoscopes utilizing Automated Endoscopic Reprocessor (AER) Units.
Perform Chemical Monitoring of the GUS System as per Manual High-Level Disinfectant (HLD) Instruction for Use (IFU).
Ensures all HLD equipment are staged to transfer according to MIFU.
Performs all other duties as assigned.