Sterile Processing Technician Job at RIDGEVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
Purpose of Job
This casual position is responsible for performing routine activities in the decontamination, reprocessing/sterilization of supplies, instrument trays, and equipment necessary for patient care.
Job Functions
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Provides specialized experience and direct responsibility for providing clean and sterile medical/surgical supplies and equipment for use in all patient care areas in-house and for all off-site clinics.
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Utilizes appropriate techniques in preparation, packaging, and sterilization functions maintaining a basic knowledge of microbiological principles for SPD practice.
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Performs testing and documentation of sterilization function with appropriate graphs and indicators.
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Maintains an adequate supply of patient related equipment, renting as needed to meet the demand.
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Maintains an adequate supply of linen needed for daily usage in Surgical Services.
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Utilizes effective communication skills in interpersonal relationships with co-workers and other members of the healthcare team.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
- High school graduate or equivalent
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
- Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
- Ability to coordinate instrument processing with daily surgical schedule
- Ability to multitask
- Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in the English language and respond accordingly in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
Preferred Qualifications
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SPD basic equipment experience with knowledge of sterilization methods and procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic technique
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Emergency Medical Technician or previous Nursing Assistant experience
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SPD certification
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