Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC in California seeks a Sterile Processing Technician II to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute surgical instrumentation. The role operates autoclaves, hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, washers, and heat sealers, maintaining documentation and adhering to IFU guidelines.

Essential duties include assembling instrument sets, decontaminating instruments, maintaining sterilization equipment, and training other staff.

Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or accredited Surgical Technician program; if no program, 3 years of experience.
• 1 year Sterile Processing experience.
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS and computer systems.
• Ability to operate washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package surgical instrument sets following protocols and IFU; verify functionality and cleanliness.
• Disassemble and decontaminate instruments; manually wash per IFU.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment; document processes and quality checks.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation and maintain inventory; rotate stock.
• Maintain process flows; train other Sterile Processing Technicians as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and address instrument issues; interface with OR and outside teams.
• Prepare loads and operate sterilization equipment.
• Follow SPD policies and SOPs in performance of duties.
• Prepare OR case carts; inspect packages for proper sterilization.
• Document and log information; use Censitrac tracking system.

Skills

Windows OS basics

multitask / time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing Program or accredited Surgical Technician program

3 years of Sterile Processing experience (if no program)

Tools

Censitrac tracking system

Job description

Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)II serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines.

Essential Duties

• Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness

• Disassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate and load automated washers according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU).

• Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment according to established protocols and professional standards. Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

• Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation..

• Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Train and assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.

• Troubleshoot and address routine equipment, instrument, and customer issues. Interface with OR, ancillary departments, and other customers to resolve issues. Receive loaner trays via Casechek and communicate with outside companies to help resolve instrument issues.

• Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.

• Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.

• Prepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.

• Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking system

• May train or provide guidance or work direction to the Sterile Processing Technician I as needed.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent

• Req Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program. If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.

• If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.

• Req 1 year Sterile Processing

• Req Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.

• Req Ability to operate complex machinery including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.

• Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.

• Req Knowledge of medical terminology

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Req Sterile Processing Certification Current Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD) or Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP or ABHES certification (Must be maintained by renewal before expiration date).

• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital's world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $27.45 - $46.68.

When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.