Sterile Processing Technician (Certified) - Central Sterile - Kings Hwy

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health in Shreveport, LA seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure clean, sterilized instruments for surgical procedures. You will support clinical teams in operating rooms and satellite sites, handling instrument care, disinfection, packaging, and record-keeping.

Responsibilities include following MIFU guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and continuing professional development. Strong data entry, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred - additional degrees, business training or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications.
• Preferred - Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology training.

Responsabilités

• Performs general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans critical reusable medical equipment per MIFU.
• Inspects, packages, and reassembles instruments and trays per priority.
• Performs sterilization techniques (H₂O₂ plasma, pre-vacuum, gravity) per MIFUs.
• Maintains records and documents as per SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Adapts communication and care style to the patient care process.
• Other related duties as required.

Connaissances

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Judgment & initiative

Inter-staff communication

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology training

Description du poste

This job assures availability of cleaned, prepared, sterilized equipment and supplies for surgical procedures, functions as a resource for clinical knowledge, and performs other duties as assigned by the SPD Supervisor or Manager of Sterile Processing. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, receiving, cleaning, distributing, and storing medical instruments and equipment; all job duties are expected to be performed without supervision. This job supports direct patient care in clinical and satellite operations as well as operative suites.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

Required – High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred -Additional degrees,business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications. Additional Courses in Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology

Work Experience

Preferred-2 years in Sterile processing experience

Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)InternationalAssociationHealthcareCentralServiceMaterielManagement (IAHCSMM),
• Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT),Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution(CBSPD),
• Certified FlexibleEndoscope Reprocessor (CFER), CBSPD
• OR Certification in Surgical Technology with successful certification of internal sterile processing training course within first six months from hire

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good time management skills and self-directed.
• Good conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to adapt to change in a positive, constructive manner.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and initiative when performing duties.
• Utilizes effective judgment and decision making when performing duties.
• Communicates pertinent information to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts to change in a positive, constructive manner.

Job Duties

• Performs general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans critical reusable medical equipment in accordance with Manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (MIFU).
• Inspects, packages, and reassembles surgical instruments and trays according to established priority.
• Practices High Level Disinfection, Pre-Vaccuum Sterilization, Gravity Displacement Sterilization, and Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma Sterilization techniques in accordance with MIFUs.
• Practices record keeping and document control as defined in Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and recommendations from regulatory bodies.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities."