Sterile Processing - Multi-Specialty ASC

Sutter Health•Oakland, CA

About The Position

The Sterile Processing employee at Sutter Health’s Oakland Oncology Surgery Center competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to help prevent the spread of infection, illness, or disease. The role works independently and uses sound judgment to support department functionality by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. It applies education and technical competence to execute safe, precise sterilization procedures and follows applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. The position processes surgical instrumentation and supplies, may handle clerical documentation and patient-record tasks, and maintains equipment and a safe work environment. It performs quality work in accordance with department standards and regulatory requirements, protects patient health information, and maintains required certification and continuing education. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with 40 weekly hours, scheduled for eight-hour shifts Monday through Friday. The shift is described as day/evening, with no weekend requirements. The pay range is $36.66 to $51.32 per hour; actual starting pay may depend on work location and factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or Sterile Processing Certification.
One year of recent relevant experience.
General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
Ability to interpret information and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments, follow standardized operating procedures and scientific methods, achieve objectives, and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Perform decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of surgical instruments used at the surgery center or hospital.
Conduct rounds to collect and clean used supplies, redistribute supplies, and order new supplies as needed.
Complete routine and priority tasks within established departmental time frames.
May retrieve, enter, and revise patient electronic health records and collect and organize operating-room paperwork and physician preference cards.
Prepare accurate supply inventory documentation and order supplies when necessary.
Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after each procedure.
Inspect and calibrate equipment, record quality-control results, and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
Maintain, assemble, and repair surgical equipment in accordance with infection-control guidelines.
Protect the confidentiality of patients’ protected health information and prevent its accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
Perform work in compliance with department standards, policies, procedures, and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
Maintain certification and complete required continuing education to meet facility and regulatory accreditation and licensure requirements.