Surgical Sterile Processing Specialist 2 - Sterile Processing Department

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards, the Surgical Sterile Processing Specialist 2 maintains high standards for decontamination, assembly, inspection, wrapping, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment for Surgical Services and Ancillary Departments. The role works with customers to provide timely sterile products, trays, and case carts where applicable, and maintains consistent, continuous product flow between the OR and Sterile Processing while providing above-average customer service.

In the absence of a supervisor or manager, the specialist coordinates work assignments, makes departmental decisions, and serves as a resource person while performing duties. The specialist identifies and reports situations requiring intervention to a Supervisor or Manager, serves as a clinical preceptor for new staff and OR/SPD technician students, and acts as a resource in all Sterile Processing specialty areas. Duties are performed in accordance with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or Sterile Processing training program, and must have and maintain a CST certification.
• Non-graduates of a Surgical Technologist program must have and maintain both CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) and CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist) certifications.
• Approved certifications are through AST, NCCT, IAHCSMM, or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CSBPD).

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, assemble, inspect, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment for Surgical Services and Ancillary Departments.
• Coordinate with customers to provide timely sterile products, trays, and case carts where applicable.
• Maintain consistent, continuous product flow between the OR and Sterile Processing while providing above-average customer service.
• In the absence of a supervisor or manager, coordinate work assignments, make departmental decisions, and serve as a resource person while performing duties.
• Identify and report situations requiring intervention to a Supervisor or Manager.
• Serve as a clinical preceptor for new staff and OR/SPD technician students.
• Serve as a resource person in all Sterile Processing specialty areas.
• Perform duties in accordance with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED