Sterile Processing Technician II - Downey - Per Diem (0) - 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a meticulous Sterile Processing Technician to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of medical equipment and supplies, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines. Your expertise will help maintain high standards of patient care and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and make a significant impact on healthcare operations. If you are detail-oriented and have a passion for quality service, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Sterile Processing or as a Surgical Technician.
• Completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Program with clinical hours.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize medical equipment and supplies.
• Inventory and restock supplies and specialty carts as needed.
• Operate equipment in the Sterile Processing Department.

Skills

Instrument processing techniques

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Knowledge of sterilization methods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Sterile Processing Program

Tools

Steam sterilizers

Plasma sterilizers

Automated endoscope reprocessors

Biological incubators

Instrument and cart washers

Job description

Job Summary:

Decontaminates, cleans, packages, sterilizes, stores and distributes medical/surgical equipment and supplies in accordance with CDC, OSHA, EPA, AAMI, Title 22, APIC, SGNA, JC guidelines as required.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for filling orders from requesting departments.
2. Make equipment rounds and return soiled equipment to SPD; clean equipment per manufacturers recommendations and validate functionality prior to storage; validate PM status on equipment issued from and returned to SPD per department policy.
3. Answer phones.
4. Inventory and restock supplies, and specialty carts i.e., isolation, latex, crash carts, etc. per department policy.
5. Order specialty beds and other patient equipment per medical center practice.
6. Disassemble, clean or decontaminate surgical instruments per manufacturers recommendations including ultrasonic cleaning.
7. Assemble, inspect, test, wrap and date all OR sets including specialty sets per department protocol according to manufacturers recommendations.
8. Operate all equipment in Sterile Processing Department including, but not limited to, steam sterilizers, plasma sterilizers, automated endoscope reprocessors, biological incubators, heat sealers, instrument and cart washers.
9. Use of instrument and equipment tracking system in all areas of Sterile Processing Department including documentation of tests and sterilizer records.
10. Examine and maintain integrity of sterile packages.
11. Prepare OR case carts according to preference cards on all surgical procedures.
12. Promote, ensure, and improve customer service to internal and external customers.
13. Able to work in a collaborative environment.
14. Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of training and service.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience:

• Two (2) years recent experience as a Sterile Processing Technician working in Sterile Processing Department in an acute hospital OR a Surgical Technician with two (2) years recent experience working in a Sterile Processing Department in an acute hospital.

Education:

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Program including 400 clinical hours or a Surgical Technician program.

License, Certification, Registration:

• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution - Technician Certification OR Registered Central Service Technician Certificate OR Surgical Technologist Certificate.

Additional Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of instrument processing techniques, including but not limited to decontamination, assembly, and sterilization.
• Knowledge of Sterile Processing Department Policies and Procedures; be able to articulate on soaps and detergents, methods of packaging, types of sterilization methods and parameters, infection control practices, high-level disinfection practices, and safe practices in Sterile Processing Department.
• Knowledge of medical, nursing, and surgical supplies and equipment.
• Ability to distinguish colors and hear audible alarms required.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a stressful environment.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Sterile Processing Technician II - Downey - Per Diem (0) - 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

LOCATION: Downey, California

REQNUMBER: 1344566

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.