SPD Non Certified Technician 3p-11:30pm Mon-Fri

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Columbus is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the cleanliness and sterilization of surgical instruments. The role involves adhering to safety standards, maintaining records, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork. This full-time position requires an Associate's Degree or equivalent education, with a focus on infection control and sterilization processes.

Qualifications

• Responsible for decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sterilization processes and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean various reusable surgical instruments.
• Interact with external customers for processing loaner trays.
• Aid in education and training of fellow associates.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree

High School or GED

Job description

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Job Description Summary

Sterile Processing Technician-Non-Certified are multi-skilled personnel who are responsible for all duties related to the decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of general and specialty surgical instruments, power equipment and endoscopes. They are responsible for the preparation and packaging of instrumentation, quality control testing and monitoring of sterilization equipment, maintaining records and preparation of surgical cases. Assigned duties may also include stocking, cleaning, answering phones, transporting supplies, training peers on industry best practices and providing direct customer service to both operating rooms and external customers.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Responsible for the decontamination, disinfection and cleaning or various reusable surgical instruments. This can be done via mechanical or handwashing methods, while strictly adhering to OSHA safety standards.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of sterilization process and techniques involving both steam and chemical means. This includes appropriate documentation, storage and transportation. Must have a thorough understanding of the sterilizer mechanical and chemical indicators, as well as the proper use and interpretation of the biological monitoring system.
• Effectively enters, modifies and searches for relevant information in the instrument tracking system. Demonstrates knowledge of surgical case preparation. Correctly identifies and retrieves pertinent instruments and supplies for scheduled cases or upon request.
• Incorporates infection control guidelines while transferring, storing and transporting sterile packages.
• Interacts with external customers, such as vendors and surgical reps for the processing of loaner trays and receipt of CEU’s
• Follows and promotes industry standards and best practices, as supported by AAMI and AORN.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills while meeting requests of both the operating rooms and external clinics. Must be able the think critically and act quickly to meet the needs of all patients.
• Responsible for aiding in the education and training of fellow associates.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's Degree, High School or GED (Required)

Additional Job Description

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

Must exhibit strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrate ability to work well with others as part of a team. Requires basic computer skills. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions, as well as perform basic mathematical calculations. Working knowledge of AAMI and AORN standards.

Work Shift

Evening

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Sterile Processing

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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