Certified Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Avon Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family.

As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in northeast Ohio, Avon Hospital has brought the future of medicine close to home for the residents in and around Lorain and Cuyahoga County.

This regional hospital offers endless opportunities to build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world while making meaningful differences in the lives of others.

As a CS / SPD Lead Technician, you will perform and serve as a resource for decontamination, inspection, assembly and sterilization of all surgical instrumentation.

Caregivers in this position will be a lead, monitor others, be responsible for receiving and stocking inventory, and in the absence of a supervisor, you will lead daily activities assigned to the department.

Your primary duties will include :

• Providing technical expertise for all customers.
• Troubleshooting all equipment problems that come up.
• Assisting with performance reviews and corrective action.

The ideal caregiver is someone who :

• Has strong critical thinking skills.
• Has decisive judgement under minimal supervision.
• Works well in a stressful environment.
• Can work in a close-knit, teambuilding environment.
• Has a Sterile Processing Distribution certification (CRCST) by IAHCSMM or CBSPD.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you.

Here, you'll find that we offer : resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future.

When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities :

• Provides technical expertise for all customers, internal and external.
• Troubleshoots all processing equipment problems, including washers, sonics, endo processors, cart washers, sterilizers and the instrument tracking system.
• Seeks ways to eliminate errors, reduce turnaround time, maintain work-flow and improve customer service.
• Follows department standards when processing equipment, instrumentation, and chemicals.
• Performs preventative maintenance on instrumentation.
• Observes personal protective equipment standards in decontamination process.
• Demonstrates use of Process Improvement Standards (PIS) techniques and philosophies.
• Performs all Certified Technician duties as outlined in job description.
• Monitors and controls supplies and equipment, resolves any related issues.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the proper handling of equipment, instrumentation, and chemicals.
• Performs preventative maintenance on instruments and equipment.
• Observes personal protective equipment standards in decontamination process.
• Directs the activities of the SPD staff.
• Assists with performance reviews and corrective action for assigned employees.
• Reviews shift reports to ensure adequate resources are available.
• Uses the department's instrument and productivity tracking program to maintain accurate records regarding sterilization and set assembly count-sheets.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education :

HS diploma or equivalent GED required.

Certifications :

Sterile Processing Distribution certification(CRCST) by IAHCSMM or CBSPD required.

Complexity of Work :

• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Work Experience :

Minimum one year experience as a sterile processing , central service, and / or operating room technician required.

Physical Requirements :

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds and ability to push, pull and navigate supply carts weighing >

than 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment :