Duties : Job Summary : The Sterile Processing Distribution (SPD) Technician is responsible for decontaminating, disassembling, cleaning, reassembling, packaging, and sterilizing instrumentation for surgical cases, clinics and the nursing units.
Follows protocols to ensure equipment / instrumentation processing meets standards for AAMI and organizational Infection Control guidelines.
Provides both disposable and reusable equipment to the Operating Room. Dispenses disposable supplies utilized in OR cases.
Essential Duties : -Performs the re-assembly and packaging of instrument sets accurately and efficiently and in accordance with department policies and procedures and / or the manufacturer'
s instructions for use. -Performs manual and mechanical cleaning of reusable instrumentation and equipment. -Inspects instruments for cleanliness.
- Inspects instruments for defects and proper functionality. -Uses various electronic equipment to inspect electrosurgical instruments and cables for defects.
- Restocks Specialty Carts and Omnicells as necessary. -Documents completed work and verifies processing parameters. -Performs accurate documentation within the SPD Information system.
- Sterilize instrument sets in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and manufacture instructions for use (IFU).
- Pick supplies for same day / next day surgical cases. -Answer telephone calls from internal and external customers.
Skills : Required Skills & Experience : -Basic computer skills. -Understanding of Basic Medical Terminology. -Ability to perform detail oriented work repetitiously for long periods of time.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment. -Ability to work in an environment that frequently responds to STAT and ASAP customer needs.
- Ability to perform tasks with minimal error. -Must possess critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently.
Preferred Skills & Experience : -N / A
Education : Required Education : -HS diploma or GED. Preferred Education : -N / A Required Certifications & Licensure : -CRCST or CSPDT.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure : -N / A
Schedule Notes : NIGHTS : 10 : 00PM-6 : 30AM
Required Skills : STERILE PROCESSING,CSPDT,CRCST,
Minimum Degree Required : Completed High School (Diploma or GED)
Hours Per Day : 8.00
Hours Per Week : 40.00
Languages : English( Speak, Read, Write )
Department : SPD : 19-10840
Job Category : Clinical-Allied