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Scottish Rite for Children

Sterile Processing Technician II

Frisco, TX Full time

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Job Posting Title:

Sterile Processing Technician II

Location:

Frisco - Ambulatory Surgical Center

Additional Posting Details:

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
  • Multi-task in a fast-paced environment.  Monitor and interpret results of gauges and graphs.
  • Above average Communication Skills.
  • Legible handwriting and coherent writing skills.
  • Knowledgeable in Surgical instrumentation.
  • Preceptor to SPD Tech I. 
  • Fulfills all requirements for documentation to ensure the department is able to distribute high quality sterile products in an efficient manner to effectively meet the requirements of its customers.
  • Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, utilization, and sterile processing.
  • Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing and packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment.
  • Works in collaboration with the O.R. to provide patient required instrumentation.
  • Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment.
  • Operate equipment used in the sterile processing areas safely and according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
  • Follow safety procedures and manufacturer’s instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
  • Properly documents and verifies sterilization loads and biological tests to determine the efficacy of the sterilization process.
  • Accesses surgeon preference cards to assemble and disburse case cart to the customer in a quality/timely manner.
  • Understands, uses, maintains and operates the equipment specific to Sterile Processing, i.e. steam, ETO, gas plasma sterilizers, cart washers, washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, and heat sealers as well as a variety of testing devices.
  • Knows and uses the processes involved in ordering, receiving, stocking, rotating, delivering and monitoring usage of supplies.  Communicates supply issues to appropriate personnel in a timely manner. 
  • Maintains safety standards and appropriately handles garbage, linen and biohazardous material. 
  • Uses appropriate personal protective equipment to handle instrument, implants, and patient care equipment soiled with blood borne pathogen substances.
  • Maintains a clean orderly work area.  Team role model.
  • Tracks his/her progress and compliance in regards to training, staff meeting and in-service education, etc.
  • Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.
  • Exhibit professional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Participate in improving the quality of sterile processing services.
  • Assist with identifying pertinent evidence to establish benchmarks as directed.
  • Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
  • Communicate with leadership when problems develop with equipment and/or staff.
  • Communicate with leadership of whereabouts when not in SPD during designated time of working hours.
  • And other duties assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • High School Education or GED.
  • Basic Computer knowledge.
  • Sterile Processing Certification required.
  • 1-2 years Sterile processing experience preferred.  
  • Good interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and the ability to receive and give constructive feedback.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills for the job, being concise by phone, intercom and in person.
  • Self-motivated, able to work independently with little or no supervision.
  • Understanding of sterilization and high-level disinfection technologies including industry standardized principles and practice in sterilization and disinfection required.
  • Knowledge of surgical instruments, infection control practices, decontamination and sterilization techniques; understands of the relationship between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room, as well as other departments in the health system that receive sterile processing services.

Working Environment

  • Working Conditions: Inside

  • Working Position: Sitting, Standing, and Walking

  • Physical Demands: Medium

  • Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Climbing, Balancing, Stooping/Kneeling/Bending, and Repetitive Movements

  • Lifting or carrying between 35 - 50 lbs.

  • Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Hearing, Seeing, Feeling, Smelling and Speaking

  • This position will be exposed to Inside Environments, Bloodborne Pathogens, Loud Noise, Chemical Hazards, and Respiratory Hazards