Sterile Processing Technician

Marshall Medical Center • Placerville, CA

26d • $26 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Sterile Processing Technician is a member of the support staff, within Surgical Services and trained in performing the cleaning, processing and storage of surgical instrumentation/supplies for Surgical Services and other departments within Marshall Medical Center. This position chooses supplies and instrumentation for surgical cases, as necessary, utilizing the physicians’ pick sheets. Maintains the par levels of stock items within the sterile storage area, anesthesia stock room and supply carts within each OR and solution warmers, informing the Charge Nurse of items not available. Maintains good public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner. Assists the department in attaining its goals by assisting other areas within the department as requested. Ensures the safe handling of infectious material to protect all patients and employees. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licensure/Certification: High school graduate or equivalent Current Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) Technician certification required Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Knowledge: Experience in Sterile Processing department preferred Skills: Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to maintain records and label items Has the physical and mental health sufficient to accomplish the duties of an SPD Technician Ability to work well with other people in an environment of maximum activity A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Current Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) Technician certification required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain records and label items
• Has the physical and mental health sufficient to accomplish the duties of an SPD Technician
• Ability to work well with other people in an environment of maximum activity

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Sterile Processing department preferred

Responsibilities

• Performing the cleaning, processing and storage of surgical instrumentation/supplies for Surgical Services and other departments
• Choosing supplies and instrumentation for surgical cases, as necessary, utilizing the physicians’ pick sheets
• Maintaining the par levels of stock items within the sterile storage area, anesthesia stock room and supply carts within each OR and solution warmers, informing the Charge Nurse of items not available
• Maintaining good public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner
• Assisting the department in attaining its goals by assisting other areas within the department as requested
• Ensuring the safe handling of infectious material to protect all patients and employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees