Sterile Processing Technician II

About the Role

Acts as a peer resource for all phases of Sterile Processing: Decontamination, Instrumentation, Prep and Packaging, Sterilization, Sterile Storage, and Distribution. Assists management with planning, organizing, implementing, training, and documenting competencies for new employees. Complies with and reinforces established safety, regulatory, and facility policies, standards, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs, and consistently demonstrates core values.
• Completes Sterile Processing Tech I job functions as assigned.
• Assists with orientation and ongoing training, education, and competency documentation for new employees.
• Acts as a resource for all phases of Sterile Processing and shares expertise with team members.
• Serves as primary peer resource for assigned instrumentation area, including Cardiac, Dental, Eye, ENT, General, GYN, Neuro, Ortho, Plastics, Urology, Vascular/Thoracic, Emergency, Gastrointestinal, Radiology, or Obstetrics.
• Assists Sterile Processing Management in implementing new and revised work processes; participates in work groups or task forces as requested.
• Provides input into budget preparation and departmental needs to positively impact customer service.
• Responds immediately and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to stay current with latest trends in the field.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of sterile processing methods and processes, including relevant safety and regulatory practices.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications relevant to work functions.
• Skill in operating applicable sterile processing and departmental equipment.
• Skill in properly handling fragile and expensive hospital and patient equipment and instruments.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out detailed written procedures.
• Ability to identify and care for large numbers of surgical instruments and sterilization processes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff.
• Ability to problem-solve and use independent critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
• Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively react and perform under stressful and emergent situations.
• Ability to act in a leadership role.
• Ability to instruct and train effectively.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of Sterile Processing experience required.
• Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Central Service Society required.

Physical Requirements

Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.