SPD TECHNICIAN II-CERTIFIED

Methodist Hospitals; Broadway; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments. In this essential role, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of infection control and instrument management. Your expertise will contribute to the safety and efficiency of surgical procedures, ensuring that all instruments are properly prepared and available for use. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and contribute to a vital aspect of healthcare operations. If you are passionate about maintaining safety standards and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of Surgical Services experience required.
• Knowledge of instrument care and handling essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments.
• Monitor and maintain instrument stock levels for surgeries.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical instruments

Decontamination processes

Sterilization techniques

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Sterile Processing Certificate

Tools

Steam autoclaves

Plasma gas sterilizers

Washer decontaminator

Sonic instrument cleaners

Job description

Overview

Under direction, to perform work involving the decontamination, washing, processing and sterilizing of all sterile instruments, equipment and supplies used throughout the hospital system. Sets up and assembles all instruments and supplies for Operating Room surgery case carts and for use in other departments.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions)

1. Ensures that correct procedures are used in the decontamination process, in accordance with infection control techniques and the principles of observing universal precautions.
2. Replaces and/or notes defective, damaged, or missing instruments and reports equipment malfunctions to Bio-Med in a timely manner.
3. Accurately places, assembles and monitors instrument stock levels to ensure back-up or emergency instruments are available for immediate use.
4. Loads and operates all sterilizers to ensure the proper sterilization of equipment utilizing the principles of sterilization and the current processes of cleaning, sterilizing and operating equipment and the importance of the sterilization process.
5. Operates plasma gas sterilizers, steam autoclaves, washer decontaminator, sonic instrument cleaners, etc. correctly in accordance with operating instructions and manufacturer's recommendations.
6. Identifies heat and moisture sensitive instruments, and selects appropriate sterilization procedures to ensure no damage occurs.
7. Performs biological and chemical monitoring in accordance with required standards.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Appropriate knowledge to identify all instruments and their assembly that remain in CSR and those used by the Operating Room and other specialty areas.
• Ensures knowledge of proper care and handling of surgical instruments.
• Understands and verbalizes knowledge of instrument decontamination and sterilization processes.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent General Studies Required
• Sterile Processing Certificate Preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of Surgical Services experience may (in SPD or Surgery department) Required

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Certified Sterile Processing Technician

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR: Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE: Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.