Sterile Processing - Multi-Specialty ASC

Sutter Health; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health’s SPD - Oakland Oncology Surgery Center seeks a Sterile Processing professional to ensure proper decontamination, assembly and distribution of surgical instrumentation. The role supports inventory control, clerical tasks, and equipment maintenance to uphold high patient safety standards.

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience is required. An HS diploma or GED or Sterile Processing Certification is preferred for this full-time, on-site position in Oakland.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.
• HS Diploma or GED or Sterile Processing Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination and sterile processing of surgical instrumentation.
• Assembles and distributes sterile supplies; maintains equipment.
• Participates in inventory control and reorders supplies.
• Retrieves and records patient documents in EHR; organizes OR paperwork.
• Ensures clean and safe work environment; performs QC on equipment.
• Maintains PHI confidentiality and complies with regulations.

Skills

Surgical tools

Anatomy knowledge

Data interpretation

Time management

Office software

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation

Position Overview

SPD - Oakland Oncology Surgery Center. Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Integrates education and technical competence to execute safe and precise sterilization procedures. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description

SURGICAL SERVICES:

• Performs decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of all surgical instrumentation used at the surgery center or hospital.
• Participates in inventory control by conducting hospital rounds to collect, clean, then redistribute used supplies and order new supplies as needed.
• Completes routine and priority tasks within established departmental time frames.

Clerical

• May perform clerical tasks such as retrieving, entering and revising patient electronic health records and collecting and organizing operation room paperwork and physician preference cards.
• Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to supply inventory and orders new supplies when necessary.

Safety

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after each procedure.
• Inspects and calibrates equipment accordingly for proper operation and records the quality control (QC) results, reporting any malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Maintains, assembles and repairs all surgical equipment as necessary in a manner that is safe and consistent with Infection Control guidelines.

Compliance

• Maintains strictest confidence of all patients protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
• Performs quality work in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of patient safety and care.
• Retains certification and completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet facility and regulatory agencies accreditation and licensure requirements.

Education

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

OR Sterile Processing Certification

Typical Experience

1-year recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.

Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Job Shift

Day/Evening

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $36.66 to $51.32 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.