SPD Tech II

LE0010 Stanford Health Care; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care in Redwood City, CA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II to support the Sterile Processing Department. You will decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and store patient care instruments, following policy and safety guidelines, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of related experience; CRCST or CSPDT certification within 180 days is expected. Collaboration and professional conduct are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of related work experience.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training of new staff and maintain inventory.
• Follow safety, infection prevention and department policies.
• Prepare, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and store instruments.
• Work collaboratively to meet department goals and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain documentation and report discrepancies to leadership.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

Inventory management

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

The Sterile Processing (SP) Technician II is responsible for supporting the operations of the Sterile Processing Department of the hospital. The Sterile Processing Technician II will participate in the all activities/duties of the Department by following policy and procedure for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of all patient care instrumentation, equipment and supplies. Must be able to assemble all types of instrument sets and may work in sterile cores of the Operating rooms. Participates in the departmental patient safety and performance improvement initiatives. Performs related duties as assigned, including possibly relieving the Lead Sterile Processing Tech.

What you will do

• Assists with training of new staff.
• Assures the prudent use of resources and efficiently maintains inventory.
• Follows Hospital Safety and Infection Prevention policy and guidelines for self, patients, visitors and employees.
• Maintains professional behavior and appearance.
• Maintains professional self-development by participating in educational opportunities available both internally and externally.
• Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic systems for shift work activity.
• Reports any discrepancies or unusual activity to the Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician or Supervisor.
• Participates in and complies with departmental and institutional regulatory requirements, policy and procedure pertaining to: quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance.
• Actively participates in quality improvement issues with appropriate monitoring and documentation.
• Participates in Hospital Departmental Committees and Task Forces as requested.
• Performs duties by following the policy and procedures of the hospital and the Sterile Processing Department.
• Works collaboratively with peers to achieve department’s goals and organization’s vision.
• Performs technical tasks while conforming to standard procedures and methods used to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute supplies and instrumentation within the applicable Federal, State and other regulatory agencies including the Joint Commission.
• Prepares assigned shift work report of activity and apprises Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician or Supervisor of issues and needs.
• Promotes a positive work environment by practicing good communication, diversity awareness and teamwork.

Education Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience Qualifications

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to clean, sterilize, assemble, and store medical supplies and equipment according to established standards and procedures.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful relationships with a diverse population.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures regarding all aspects of an assignment including basic arithmetic and inventory calculations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Knowledge of and experience with surgical instrumentation, sterilization practices, and surgical supplies and case cart assembly.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology; sterilization methods and equipment, supply distribution, storage and inventory control.
• Knowledge of surgical instrument processing, including the assembly of complex surgical instrument sets in all services.

Licenses and Certifications

• CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician within 180 Days or CSPDT - Sterile Process/Dist Tech

These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale

Generally starting at $37.84 - $42.43 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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