What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Sterile Processing Technician position at LOG Surgery Center LLC?
Position: Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Reports to: OR Lead and Director of Nursing
Reports to: OR Lead and Director of Nursing
LOG Surgery Center is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to join our great team of professionals.
At LOG Surgery Center you will not work weekends, holidays or have an on-call rotation!
At LOG Surgery Center you will not work weekends, holidays or have an on-call rotation!
LOG has great benefits including:
- Competitive Salary
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- PTO
- 401k with company match
Our busy orthopedic ambulatory surgery center provides outpatient surgical procedures to Lancaster, PA and the surrounding communities. We are looking for a full-time Certified Sterile Processing Tech who is a team player, detail oriented, and are committed to delivering excellent care to our patients.
SUMMARY:
SUMMARY:
Assists the OR staff in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and center policies and procedures. Responsible for instrument decontamination, sterile processing, and instrument care and handling and documentation and record keeping related to those activities. Coordinates and follows through with all instrument training and equipment repairs. Trains new staff how to work in the varying areas of the department. Acts as a SPD role model for customer service, professional conduct and leadership.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Accountable for the delivery of quality patient care in the Operating Room.
- Demonstrates active communication and participation with designated O.R. team members.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge in the use of all equipment to support primary service
- Anticipates the need of the surgeon in order to expedite the surgical procedure.
- Assists with the preparation of equipment and supplies required for the surgical procedure.
- Plans for and coordinates instrument needs for intra operative use.
- Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of instruments for all types of surgery.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the storage of instruments and those supplies maintained in SPD.
- Inspects and tests instruments and equipment; ensures that specialty and general instruments are functioning and reports any abnormalities to Director of Nursing or Administrator; takes immediate action if required by the situation.
- Demonstrates care, handling, and assembly of accessory and specialty SPD equipment.
- Ensures the proper functioning of laparoscopic and arthroscopic cameras and scopes.
- Demonstrates proficiency with the use of specialized equipment, i.e., drills, arthroscopes, etc.
- Demonstrates knowledge of prescribed procedures for terminally cleaning all items that have come in contact with the patient and/or sterile field.
- Demonstrates awareness of special care procedures for specialty items and equipment by following proper procedure.
- Maintains and enforces highest standard of sterile technique and safe environment during instrument processing and throughout the facility.
- Demonstrates advanced skill as a resource person in primary service.
- Completes annual skills competency validation.
- Completes mandatory education and training.
- Actively participates in team planning and independently executes established plans.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
- High School diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE:
- 2-3 years of experience in similar work environment required.
- Central sterile or operating room experience required.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
- Sterile Processing & Distribution Certification.
- Must fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Complies with the facility’s time and attendance policy.
- Promotes teamwork between people, departments and services.
- Uses effective communication skills to create a culture of collaboration and respect.
- Accepts suggestions and feedback from others.
- Adheres to the professional standards set forth in the Employee Handbook.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMAND:
- Standing or walking most of the day.
- Sufficient mobility and strength to move throughout department and lift heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling sterilizer carriages, case carts and wire supply carts. Heavy lifting or bending associated with decontaminating soiled instruments, laundry placement and garbage from the Operating Room.
- May be exposed to ethylene oxide, blood, sharp objects, infectious diseases and extreme heat from autoclaves.
- May be required to wear personal protection equipment for lengthy periods of time.
- Occasional overtime. Must handle stress in meeting time demands.
This job posting is not meant to be all inclusive but to provide an overview of the job responsibilities.
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good-faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.