Sterile Processing Specialist

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UMMC's Children’s Sterile Processing team seeks a Sterile Processing Specialist to inspect, assemble, sterilize and dispense instruments for the OR and other hospital areas. You will operate sterilizers, ensure instrument readiness, and support inventory and quality audits.

Ideal candidates have an Associates degree (or HS diploma) and at least five years of sterile processing experience, with certification options listed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred; HS diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of sterile processing experience.
• Any 2 of the listed SPD certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, assemble, package and sterilize surgical instrument pans and trays for OR and other areas.
• Operate sterilizers; prepare and dispense sterile items for internal and external departments.
• Maintain accuracy of 98%+ and productivity of 90%+; mentor new employees and participate in quality audits.

Skills

Medical terminology

Leadership

Mentoring

Instrument knowledge

Education

Associates Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Requisition ID

R00053275

Job Category

Professional and Technical

Organization

Children's Sterile Processing

Location/s

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title

Sterile Processing Specialist

Job Summary

Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts for the OR and other areas. Operates sterilizers, prepares and dispenses sterile items; performs inspection, adjusting, cleaning and general servicing of instruments and equipment for the OR, internal hospital departments and off-site agencies to insure instruments and equipment are operating properly prior to issuing. Maintains accuracy of 98% or higher. Maintains productivity 90% or higher. Helps precept and mentor new employees. Conducts audits in collaboration with supervisor, to include trays, case carts, logs, tracking software, IUSS and inventory. Assist with development of in-services for staff members. Performs monitoring and inventorying supplies and ensures instrumentation is available for OR and clinical areas. Puts in requests for missing instrument orders and instrument par needed to maintain functioning instrument trays. Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality and safety; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Facilitates the interactions between the SPD and OR. The decisions made by the Sterile Processing Service Specialist, and the interpersonal skills used to implement those decisions, must foster an environment of caring and dedication amongst the employees. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.

Education & Experience

• Associates Degree preferred, High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 5 years of sterile processing experience
• Knowledge and expertise in one or more specialty services preferred

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required

Any 2 (two) of the following certifications from either professional organization:

Other nationally recognized SPD certifications may be considered.

• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)
• Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS)
• Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER)
• Certified Sterile Processing Management (CSPM)
• International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)
• Certified Healthcare Leadership (CHL)
• National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
• Leadership experience preferred
• Advanced preceptor skills and experience in mentoring and coaching preferred
• Independently performs non-routine tasks that significantly impact team and other related teams
• Strong knowledge of function and maintenance of instrumentation in at least one surgical service-line is preferred (Ortho; Neuro; Endoscopy; General/GYN/Robotics; ENT/Plastics/Ophthalmology/Dental; Cardiac/Vascular/Thoracic)
• Experience working in a large or Academic hospital setting preferred
• Basic computer skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

ENSURES THE CLEANING,