Sterile Processing Technician - (Full-Time, 8-Hour Evening Shifts)

Stanford Health Care; California; On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II for 1.0 FTE evening shift. The role supports the Sterile Processing Department in decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of patient care instrumentation and supplies, with potential relief of the Lead Tech as needed.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience, plus knowledge of surgical instruments and processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of related work experience are required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification must be obtained within 180 days.
• Knowledge of sterilization, instrument processing and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training of new staff.
• Maintain inventory and ensure prudent resource use.
• Follow safety, infection prevention, and policy guidelines.
• Maintain professional behavior and appearance.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and committees.
• Perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization and distribution of instruments.

Skills

Sterilization

Inventory control

Communication

Quality assurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

1.0 FTE Full time Evening - 08 Hour R2660666 Onsite 108380007 SPD 500P Allied Health PALO ALTO, 500 Pasteur Dr, California

Evening - 08 Hour (United States of America)

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

The Sterile Processing (SP) Technician II is responsible for supporting the operations of the Sterile Processing Department of the hospital. The Sterile Processing Technician II will participate in the all activities/duties of the Department by following policy and procedure for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of all patient care instrumentation, equipment and supplies. Must be able to assemble all types of instrument sets and may work in sterile cores of the Operating rooms. Participates in the departmental patient safety and performance improvement initiatives. Performs related duties as assigned, including possibly relieving the Lead Sterile Processing Tech.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What You Will Do

• Assists with training of new staff.
• Assures the prudent use of resources and efficiently maintains inventory.
• Follows Hospital Safety and Infection Prevention policy and guidelines for self, patients, visitors and employees.
• Maintains professional behavior and appearance.
• Maintains professional self-development by participating in educational opportunities available both internally and externally.
• Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic systems for shift work activity. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activity to the Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician or Supervisor.
• Participates in and complies with departmental and institutional regulatory requirements, policy and procedure pertaining to: quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance. Actively participates in quality improvement issues with appropriate monitoring and documentation.
• Participates in Hospital Departmental Committees and Task Forces as requested.
• Performs duties by following the policy and procedures of the hospital and the Sterile Processing Department. Works collaboratively with peers to achieve department’s goals and organization’s vision.
• Performs technical tasks while conforming to standard procedures and methods used to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute supplies and instrumentation within the applicable Federal, State and other regulatory agencies including the Joint Commission.
• Prepares assigned shift work report of activity and apprises Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician or Supervisor of issues and needs.
• Promotes a positive work environment by practicing good communication, diversity awareness and teamwork.

Education Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience Qualifications

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to clean, sterilize, assemble, and store medical supplies and equipment according to established standards and procedures.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful relationships with a diverse population.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures regarding all aspects of an assignment including basic arithmetic and inventory calculations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Knowledge of and experience with surgical instrumentation, sterilization practices, and surgical supplies and case cart assembly.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology; sterilization methods and equipment, supply distribution, storage and inventory control.
• Knowledge of surgical instrument processing, including the assembly of complex surgical instrument sets in all services.

Licenses and Certifications

• CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician within 180 Days or
• CSPDT - Sterile Process/Dist Tech

These Principles Apply To ALL Employees

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $37.84 - $42.43 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.