Sterile Processing Technician 2 - Relief

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician 2 to ensure efficient sterilization of instruments in the School of Dentistry. This role requires proven experience, a commitment to excellent customer service, and the ability to work autonomously within a team-oriented environment, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care center.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrable record of reliable attendance and performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform processing, preparation, sterilization, monitoring, and distribution of instruments and supplies.
• Act as a resource for training newly hired staff and guide teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with SOD sterilization policies.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National certification from CBSPD or HSPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry/tracking software (AxiUm)

Job description

Department Overview

The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and high-quality care and community programs. We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish. The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care.

Function/Duties of Position

The School of Dentistry (SOD) shares the multifaceted public mission of the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) to achieve excellence in education, research, clinical practice and community service. OHSU SOD strives to provide the highest quality oral health care services while leading the region in oral health care education, research and technology development. The Central Sterile department fulfills this mission by ensuring the availability of safely processed instruments, equipment, and product for use in our clinical care and educational settings.

The SOD Sterile Processing Technician 2 (SPT2) is part of a 21-member team that ensures a full cycle sterilization and distribution function in a fast-paced environment requiring a high degree of detail and accuracy, a certain degree of autonomy and time management skills. The SOD SPT2 performs the processing, preparation, sterilization, monitoring and distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment that require decontamination, assembly prep, packaging, and sterilization.

The SOD SPT2 is distinguished from the SOD SPT1 by increased knowledge, skill and responsibility in all functions of sterile processing. Additionally, the SOD SPT2 will act as a resource for training newly hired staff, will help to guide and support teamwork, provide guidance for staff rotations and responsibilities, implementing processes, and quality assurance (including increased responsibility with biological quarantines, equipment testing, advanced processing, recall protocols, sterilizer monitoring and load release). The SOD SPT2 must be flexible and will be deployed to different workstations throughout each day to cover as needed for business. This position includes solitary staffing work locations which requires the SOD SPT2 to be able to complete work with considerable independence and authority on a daily basis. The SOD SPT2 is responsible for knowing SOD dispensary and central sterilization policies and must be able to consistently and clearly communicate these policies to students, faculty, and staff. The SOD SPT2 will be required to practice good judgement to implement the appropriate policy or give information specific to each situation they encounter. This position includes time within a customer facing role and must be able to provide courteous and consistent communications and act as a resource for sterilization and distribution best practices.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• National certification from CBSPD or HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association), formerly IAHCSMM, is required at time of hire
• Two years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care center with primary responsibility for instrumentation processing and sterilization
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, organize, complete work in a timely manner, practice attention to detail and demonstrate high productivity while working in a fast-paced environment with many interruptions, distractions and limited space
• Ability to use appropriate judgement regarding customer interaction and infection control
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and exercise authority and flexibility to ensure best practice and business needs are met
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Ability to accurately and proficiently enter and maintain data in computer applications/databases (Microsoft Office/Outlook/Word/Excel) and data entry/tracking software (AxiUm)
• Ability to provide excellent customer service skills including interactions with difficult individuals and situations that require diplomacy and tact
• Ability to communicate clearly, appropriately and effectively and maintain good interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write and understand written work-related materials and oral instructions in English
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and to exercise discretion when dealing with issues of a sensitive nature
• Demonstrable record of reliable attendance, punctuality, accountability, and proven successful performance at past and present employers

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [e-mail].