Lead Sterile Processing Tech - Full Time - Evenings

CO125 Nebraska Methodist Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our Omaha SPD team. The role involves processing, sorting, assembling, and distributing instrument sets, and ensuring accurate sterilization and documentation.

Responsibilities include supporting OR/OPS requests, maintaining records, and training new staff. Requires CSPDT/CRCST or equivalent training; prior surgical environment experience preferred; evening shift with weekend/holiday calls may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Certification in sterile processing (CSPDT/CRCST) or equivalent training.
• Experience in a surgical environment recommended.
• Life support certification (BLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process, sort, assemble, and distribute sterile instruments and supplies.
• Deliver sterile items to OR/OPS locations promptly.
• Prepare instrument sets and verify completeness per recipe sheets.
• Maintain sterilization records and inventory logs.
• Order supplies to maintain par levels.
• Perform sterile linen processing and packing.
• Load/unload sterilization carts and operate sterilizers as required.
• Provide preceptor support and train new staff.
• Assist with other duties to support the Sterile Processing department.

Skills

Customer service

Team building

Education

CSPDT certification

CRCST certification

Surgical Technology training

LPN certification (optional)

Job description

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?

At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary:

Location: Methodist Hospital Address: 8303 Dodge St, Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:45pm to 11:15pm, weekend call, holiday call Processes, sorts, assembles, and distributes contaminated and non-contaminated instruments and equipment.

Responsibilities: Essential Functions

1. 1. Processes, sorts, assembles, and distributes contaminated and non-contaminated instruments and equipment to construct clean accurate sets which are in good repair by using special techniques and procedures of Universal Barrier Precautions. Follows procedures for manual cleaning process. Follows procedures for automated cleaning process. Proper use of chemicals and knowledge of MSDS forms. Practices Universal precautions, Infection Control policies and observes safe work practices. Communicates to appropriate personnel regarding sharps, punctures and other potential risks. Operates decontamination machinery in strict accordance with departmental procedures. Adheres to using personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in decontamination.

2. 2. Distributes instruments sets to ensure receipt by departments in a timely manner as directed by supervisory staff, as requested by customers and as deemed necessary by technician. Accurately delivers sterile items in the correct location as designated in Sterile Processing Department (SPD). Responds to Operating Room (OR)/Outpatient Surgery (OPS)'s requests in a timely manner.

3. 3. Prepares surgical instruments and related supplies to ensure surgical instrument sets are assembled accurately and completely by following recipe card. Precisely follows individual recipe sheets for each set/tray/item being assembled. Replace lost or damaged instruments as required to complete the set/tray. Conducts quality checks on instruments for cleanliness, function, defects, breakage and overall condition. Flushes all instruments with lumens or cannulated.

4. 4. Keeps accurate records of sterilization and of all equipment in the department to comply with federal and other external regulations by following guidelines in department policy and procedure manual. Maintains SPD's equipment service log. Maintains accurate sterilization records/documentation. Follows protocol for scanning bar coded items. Scanning items to the proper stations and locations. Sterilization records entered accurately into the sterilization module. Consistently records accurate load control numbers. Consistently verifies and initials all records according to policy.

5. 5. Orders supplies to ensure adequate inventory by adhering to par levels.

6. 6. Performs sterile linen processing to ensure availability of sterile linen, by following established guidelines. Correctly assembles and wrap linen packs according to guidelines. Keeps sterile linen stocked to the set par levels. Proper wrapping techniques used when using non-woven wrapper. Proper packaging techniques used when using paper peel pouches. Proper techniques and supplies used when using rigid containers.

7. 7. Loads and unloads sterilization carts to ensure smooth and timely processing and delivery of sterile instruments and supplies by carefully and properly handling items on the cart as outlined in department procedure manual. Operate sterilizers in strict accordance with departmental procedures. Followings policy and procedures for steam sterilization. Followings policy and procedures for Gas plasma sterilization. Understands and interprets mechanical, chemical and biological indicators. Prepare sterilization loads according to sterilization method and policies. Incubates self contained biologicals according to protocol.

8. 8. Performs preceptor and staffing duties, and trains new employees using departmental skills checklists and competency checklists to assure optimal performance. Assumes responsibility for the assigned shift in the absence of the Service Leader. Maintains work assignments and work flow when in charge. Assists in teaching/training staff and students. Is a resource person for Sterile Processing Technician I. Maintains competence in area of expertise and certification.

9. 9. Performs all other duties as needed or assigned by Service Leader to align related needs with effective solutions. Assists in unpacking the department's supply order. Assigned to orient and Train new staff. Reviews the check-off manuals and follows up with new staff for their first 6 months. Assist with developing processes to attain expected outcomes for service processing services. Support and integrate current evidence into servile processing services. Provide guidance, support and constructive feedback to sterile processing services team. Pursue professional growth and participation in a professional organization. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:45pm to 11:15pm, weekend call, holiday call Job Description:

Job Requirements Education

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D) preferred.

Experience

Two to three years' experience in a surgical environment preferred with progressively more responsibility. To systematically evaluate technical processes, develop and accurately communicate those processes to both staff and customers to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the services provided. One year managerial experience preferred.

License/Certification

Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification or Certified Register Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification or successful completion of Surgical Technology training program, or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification with instrumentation experience required. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

Requires the ability to logically assess information, concepts and ideas. To systematically evaluate technical processes, develop and accurately communicate those processes to both staff and customers to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the services provided. Customer service and Team building skills a must.

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

• Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Standing Stooping/bending Twisting Walking Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking

Job Hazards

Not Related:

• Explosives (pressurized gas)
• Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
• Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)
• Rare (1-33%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations Occasionally (34%-66%): Biological agents (primary airborne and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)

About Methodist:

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is anAffirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.

At Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and the people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. If you join our organization, you will have the opportunity to excel in your field, use the latest technologies, learn from the best and work as a team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference through The Meaning of Care.