Sterile Processing Tech I - Per Diem - Evenings - Sterile Processing @ MV

Sterile Processing Technician I

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This is the developmental level position in the Sterile Processing Department as a Sterile Processing Technician I. In this position, the incumbent performs segments of work pertaining to the sterilization, preparation, supply items and Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) decontamination and distribution support for El Camino Hospital. The term "supply item" as used in this functional statement refers to disposable and reusable items for patient care including instrumentation (scissors, forceps, retractors, etc.), reusable medical equipment, surgical trays and sets and various other items that could be processed or assembled through the Decontamination and Preparation areas of Sterile Processing Department. The Sterile Processing Technician I specializes within the areas of critical and semi-critical surgical equipment processing.

Job Responsibilities:

• The incumbent is under the supervision of the Manager and Shift Supervisor of the Sterile Processing Department.
• The professional responsibilities are divided into five major areas: decontamination, preparation and assembly, sterilization processing, storage and distribution.
• These responsibilities are successfully accomplished through the use of creative application of knowledge, skills, interpersonal and mentoring competencies, and a high level of professionalism.
• The incumbent will have basic knowledge of RME reprocessing as required by this position.
• The incumbent will be required to develop and maintain current knowledge of SPD procedures, which document the processes, and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME appropriate to this position.
• The incumbent will be able to demonstrate knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination and their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RME appropriate to this position.
• The incumbent will receive guidance from more experienced staff members and requires frequent and direct supervision.
• Working as team member with other Sterile Processing Technicians of various experience, the incumbent will carry out segments of the daily work utilizing Manufactures Instructions For Use (IFU) in accordance with SPD instructions, policies, previous training, or accepted/standard practices.
• The incumbent will serve as a proctor for sterile processing students as instructed.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three months experience in sterile processing and/or operating room in an acute care setting, or successful completion of a sterile processing program.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication and customer-service.
• Basic computer skills.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

• Current valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• The incumbent must earn and maintain current SPD certification within 1 year of hire date.

Ages of Patients Served: This position does not require contact with patients, but may communicate with patients of all age categories.

Salary Range: $38.49 - $48.66 USD Hour

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.

Medium Work - Requires standing the majority of the shift with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. frequently. Work involves sitting, kneeling, climbing and squatting. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)

An Equal Opportunity Employer: El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.