SPD Instrument Specialist - Sterile Processing - FT - Evening

Position Status:

Full time

Shift:

Second Shift (Evenings - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours per week: 40

Job Information Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt A Brief Overview SPD Instrument Specialist is responsible for all duties of Processing Technician as well as performing delegated activities to support the operating room team with day-to-day instrument utilization. Under the supervision of the SPD Leadership team, the Instrument Specialist has direct communication and service liaison responsibility to the operating room. The Instrument Specialist prepares instruments and equipment for surgical procedures by preparing and coordinating case carts for the operating room. They assist with daily instrument turnover needs, the putting away of sterilized instruments and equipment, communicating PAR level needs of peel pack items, and electrochemical marking of surgical instrumentation. Experience Qualifications 1 year Instrumentation and/or Surgical Technology experience. Required Skills and Abilities Knowledge of specific sterilization modalities and advanced processing systems. (Required proficiency) Proven interpersonal skills, effective and concise verbal and written communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. (Required proficiency) Progressive computer knowledge for advanced computerized instrument tracking systems, sterilization, assembly case information, inventory management and individual productivity data. (Preferred proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Certified Registered Central Service Technician - CRCST - IAHCSMM Required What you will do Demonstrates knowledge of surgical instruments. Performs daily accountability for established inventory levels of instrumentation. Selects & prepares proper instrumentation needed for a surgical procedure in a timely manner following the surgeon's preference card and pick sheets and places it on coordinating case cart. Responsible for turnover request communication between the operating room and SPD and coordinates that process. Assist with putting away of sterilized instrumentation and equipment ensuring accuracy of inventory locations and tracking. Assist with case cart flow and staging for the OR. Assist with electrochemical marking of surgical instrumentation. Communicate need of instrument replacement and repair. Serve as the point of contact to IUSS processing of instrumentation during shift. Utilizes proper techniques in care and handling of equipment, instrumentation, and other items. Demonstrates the ability to listen and comprehend requests and to respond appropriately in a timely manner. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Not Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site;

No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing:

Occasionally 1-3

Hours Carrying:

Frequently 3-5 Hours Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour

Crouching:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Feeling:

Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5

Hours Handling:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Hearing:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Kneeling:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Lifting:

Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs

Operate Foot Controls:

Rarely less than 1 hour

Pulling:

Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs

Pushing:

Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

Repetitive Motions:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Sitting:

Occasionally 1-3

Hours Standing:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Stooping:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Talking:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Walking:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Working Conditions Burn:

Occasionally 1-3

Hours Chemical:

Occasionally 1-3

Hours Extreme Temperatures:

Occasionally 1-3

Hours Infectious Diseases:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Needle Stick:

Rarely less than 1 hour

Noise/Sounds:

Frequently 3-5

Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions:

Frequently 3-5 Hours Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or

Gases:

Rarely less than 1 hour

Radiant Energy:

Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to

Blood and Body Fluids:

Continuously greater than 5 hours Risk of Exposure to

Hazardous Drugs:

Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour

Vibration:

Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or

Humid:

Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.