Sterile Processing Quality Specialist

WellStar Health System; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in the United States is seeking a Sterile Processing professional to implement the department's Continuous Improvement program across one or more shifts. The role focuses on training instrument techs, auditing quality and compliance with TJC and AAMI standards, and orienting new hires while supporting process improvement initiatives.

The position emphasizes development of competencies, ongoing audits, safety practices, and collaboration with the SPD Quality and Education

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years sterile processing or related field experience with knowledge of instrument sterilization techniques, policies and procedures, purchasing, and surgical procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities with evidence of completion.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Highly organized with the ability to set priorities and adjust to daily demands.
• Must be self-directed and motivated with strong customer service skills.
• Must understand, speak and write English well to communicate with the surgical services team.

Responsibilities

• Pre cleaning and transport of soiled instruments.
• Compliance of disinfection and decontamination processes.
• Proper sterilization practices including documentation, loading and unloading.
• IUSS and load recall reprocessing and reporting.
• HLD reprocessing and documentation.
• Review of equipment, maintenance, temp and humidity logs/requirements.
• Provide training and orientation on process improvement initiatives and standards.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Self-motivation

Customer service

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Work Shift Evening (United States of America) Full-time Evenings 2p-10:30p

Job Summary: This position is responsible for implementing the department's Continuous Improvement program on one or more shifts. Areas of emphasis include but are not limited to delivery of technical training to instrument techs, performance and documentation of quality assurance audits, TJC and AAMI compliance, orientation of newly hired instrument techs, promoting certification activities throughout the department, and supporting process improvement initiatives.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Creating, establishing, maintaining, metrics and KPIs relative to Sterile Processing systems Assists in the ongoing development and administration of hospital and department Quality Improvement program. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury accident to Manager. Recommends operational changes according to and in compliance with hospital philosophy, policies, national, state, TJC, and AAMI standards to the SPD Quality and Education Manager. Assists manager in the development of annual competencies, departmental goals, objectives, policies, and procedures supporting the hospitals needs. Performs and submits quality and environmental audits as assigned by the SPD Quality and Education Manager including but not limited to the following:

• Pre cleaning and transport of soiled instruments
• Compliance of disinfection and decontamination processes
• Proper sterilization practices i.e documentation, loading and unloading
• Instruments Tray audits
• IUSS and load recall reprocessing and reporting
• HLD reprocessing and documentation
• Review of all equipment, maintenance, temp and humidity logs/ requirements

Assist in providing training for employees per the guidance of the SPD Quality and Education Manager in connection to process improvement initiatives and standards. Assist the education team in providing orientation training for new employees.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

• Attends classes, workshops, inservices, etc. to improve performance and enhance knowledge base.
• May assume additional responsibilities for the department when designated.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma / GED General Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. CSPDT - Cert Sterile Proc & Dist Tech or CRCST - Cert Reg Central Service Tech Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years sterile processing or related field experience with demonstrated knowledge of instrument sterilization techniques, sterile processing policies and procedures, purchasing activities, and surgical procedures is required. Required Minimum Skills: Demonstrated ability to set priorities with evidence of completion. Must have excellent communication skills. Should be highly organized with ability to set priorities and make adjustments as needed based on daily demands. Ability to work with all levels of care providers. Must be self-directed and self-motivated with strong customer service skills. Must be able to understand, speak and write English well to communicate with surgical services team.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life - and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For" list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.