Sterile Processing Tech III

About the Role

Oversees, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of sterilization and care of surgical instruments, including staffing and work assignments. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality assurance. Ensures the timely delivery of assessments and oversees the efficient maintenance and decontamination of all equipment. Works independently and supports the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Ensures treatment is provided in a manner consistent with best practices, accreditation standards and State and Federal regulations.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• 4 years recent relevant experience

Skills

• Demonstrated expertise of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
• Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Broad knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve department objectives and meet deadlines
• Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
• Identify, evaluate and resolve complex issues that may arise in the department
• Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI)
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives

Schedule

• Nights
• Full Time
• 8-hour shifts
• Days of the week: Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
• Weekend Requirements: As Needed

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range: $43.66 to $46.72 / hour
• Comprehensive benefits package included