Sterile Processing Technician Certified
Alameda Health System, Oakland, CA, United States
Summary
Under direct or indirect supervision, coordinates the overall cleaning, decontamination, assembly and dispensing of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies needed for daily surgical procedures in surgery and related departments. Collaborates extensively with department leadership and functions with a high degree of self‑direction. Performs related duties as required. May assist in departmental in‑services and training. Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management.
Duties & Essential Job Functions
Assist supervisor in storage and/or allocation of department space for access and activities for efficiency of department operations.
Attend in‑service presentations and complete mandatory education, including but not limited to infection control, patient safety, quality improvement, MSDS and OSHA standards.
Coach and work with department members in acquiring new skills and knowledge to improve overall quality and productivity of services.
Ensure that the Central Sterile team meets the Surgery Department demands for all instruments, equipment and supplies.
Evaluate thoroughness of tray assembly and processing through periodic tray audits.
Follow established guidelines for occurrence reporting, reporting medical error or unanticipated outcomes in the patient’s care which results in patient harm.
Maintain strong working/collaborative relationships with other departments to ensure flow and continuity of services.
Monitor and maintain appropriate records to remain compliant with applicable regulatory agencies, as well as reporting occurrences immediately to supervisors.
Monitor and/or initiate repairs; and replacement orders for all essential instrumentation and accessories.
Monitor surgery schedules daily, identifying general, specific and potential needs for all cases.
Maintain current Sterile Processing Technician Certification.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Experience: One (1) year experience in instrument processing required.
Sterile Processing Technician Certification: Must hold current CS/SPD Certification.
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Under direct or indirect supervision, coordinates the overall cleaning, decontamination, assembly and dispensing of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies needed for daily surgical procedures in surgery and related departments. Collaborates extensively with department leadership and functions with a high degree of self‑direction. Performs related duties as required. May assist in departmental in‑services and training. Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management.
Duties & Essential Job Functions
Assist supervisor in storage and/or allocation of department space for access and activities for efficiency of department operations.
Attend in‑service presentations and complete mandatory education, including but not limited to infection control, patient safety, quality improvement, MSDS and OSHA standards.
Coach and work with department members in acquiring new skills and knowledge to improve overall quality and productivity of services.
Ensure that the Central Sterile team meets the Surgery Department demands for all instruments, equipment and supplies.
Evaluate thoroughness of tray assembly and processing through periodic tray audits.
Follow established guidelines for occurrence reporting, reporting medical error or unanticipated outcomes in the patient’s care which results in patient harm.
Maintain strong working/collaborative relationships with other departments to ensure flow and continuity of services.
Monitor and maintain appropriate records to remain compliant with applicable regulatory agencies, as well as reporting occurrences immediately to supervisors.
Monitor and/or initiate repairs; and replacement orders for all essential instrumentation and accessories.
Monitor surgery schedules daily, identifying general, specific and potential needs for all cases.
Maintain current Sterile Processing Technician Certification.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Experience: One (1) year experience in instrument processing required.
Sterile Processing Technician Certification: Must hold current CS/SPD Certification.
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