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Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Supply
Job Description
Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Supply Christus Health - 3.7 San Antonio, TX Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Qualifications Data integrity assurance CRCST Stock rotation management Medical instrument assembly and packaging (sterile processing) Operations coordination Cycle counting inventory management Hospital quality control Mid-level Service quality monitoring (in sterile processing) Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Certified Endoscope Reprocessor High school diploma or GED Compliance monitoring Barcode scanners Barcode scanning for logistics Operating room inventory management Packaging Quality improvement Healthcare quality assurance policy development Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Medical equipment cleaning Sterile processing inventory management Decontamination Surface decontamination
Full Job Description Description Summary:
This Job is responsible for the administration of sterile processing including: quality of decontamination, cleaning, sterilization of surgical instruments, reprocessable equipment, equipment, Endo-scopes and supplies for the Perioperative Dept. The Job also responsible for the functional coordination of the dept. within and with outside other depts./resources.Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS
Competencies:
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Acts as liaison between SPD, Perioperative Services, Labor and Delivery, and Nursing Units. Provide input on PAR level adds, changes, and deletions. Take physical inventories, on a periodic basis, of Floor Stock and SPD to ensure accuracy and integrity of the system. Understand, operate and instruct associates on the proper use of inventory control devices, i.e. scanners and bar code readers. Assist all newly assigned Floor Stock associates in all facets of SPD functions. Ensure sound inventory control practices are adhered to, such as stock rotation, care custody, and control of all inventory. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned client care responsibilities in a way that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of the persons served by the department. Appropriately adapts assigned client assessment, treatment, and / or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each person served. Responsible for establishing and following written policies and procedures used to decontaminate, reprocess, care and package instruments and equipment used in patient care processes. Demonstrates knowledge and responsibility for infection control procedures related to decontamination and reprocessing of instruments and equipment. Adheres to sterilization protocols as provided in the Sterilization Reference Manual Leads in implementation and/or monitoring of quality control programs. Assist in the reviewing / revising process of the QI plan in compliance with hospital and departmental procedures, policies, and standard of care. Participate in continuing education, formal and informal. Other activities as assigned.Job Requirements:
Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Experience 1 - 2 years of experience in sterile processing preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications HSPA Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) or Certified Registered Central Sterile Tech (CRCST) requiredWork Schedule:
5 Days - 8Hours Work Type:
Full TimeBenefits
- Professional Development
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A Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes, cleans, and prepares medical equipment for use. May also help install and repair large equipment. Works in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$40,658 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth