Sterile Processing Tech Lead
US-NE-OMAHA
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 410801
Type: Day
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Overview: At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging. Responsibilities: Inventory Control * Maintains established inventory of supplies and instruments; ensures staff are stocking supplies in proper order (FIFO). * Regularly audits inventory activity and initiates appropriate inventory adjustments in a timely manner. * Assists in the maintenance of inventory controls that will maximize space utilization. * Demonstrates product knowledge and expertise; is a valuable resource for clinical staff and other pertinent departments. Team Coordination * Participates in mentorship, training, and orientation of Sterile Processing Technicians; works actively with peers to achieve department goals. * Provides clear communication, both oral and written. * Relays job expectations; will address concerns or issues in an objective manner. * Responsible for communicating back to SPD Manager when issues/concerns arise relative to team members' performance. * Assures prudent use of resources and efficiently maintains instruments and processing supply inventory. * Conducts trainings and provides in-service to employees in assigned work areas as it pertains to OSHA, Joint Commission, Fire & Safety, etc. * Coordinates staff scheduling needs to ensure adequate coverage within the department. * Assists in monitoring timekeeping/attendance activities; when necessary, will communicate any discrepancies/issues to SPD Manager. Competencies of Instruments, Equipment * Performs random or planned inspections of instruments sets, case carts, and other duties as assigned. * Ensures instrument sets are complete prior to sterilization, and documents missing items that are not replaced in instrument sets. * Understands the basic use of instrumentation; and, has complete knowledge for identifying surgical instrumentation. * Retains accurate audit logs of all providers' instruments processed and ensures items are returned to Sterile Processing. * Ensures instrument/equipment cleaning procedures are being followed according to manufacturer instructions. * Ability to assemble no less than 35-40 instrument sets per day. * Uses care in operating all equipment and carts. * Proactive in training or assisting Central Supply staff when/as required. * Works independently with little to no oversight during designated shift as Charge. Competencies of Safety * Takes personal action to maintain a clean, attractive work area/environment; sinks and sterilizer drains remain clean. * Attend in-service programs; maintains compliance and knowledge of general safety, fire safety, hazard communication, emergency codes. * Has strong knowledge and understanding when it comes to department safety guidelines, policies, and procedures including (but not limited to): * Regulatory compliance through patient and Environment of Care (EOC) rounding; * Infection control policies/procedures such as hand washing, containment of infections agents/materials, etc. * Ensures that unauthorized staff refrain from entering designated work areas and to notify Security when/as needed. * Demonstrates understanding of basic principles for all types of sterilization methods used at SVIMC; operates/maintains sterilizers according to manufacturer recommendations. * Reviews sterilization test results and documentation for accuracy. Qualifications: Required: -High School Diploma, GED, Metropolitan Test, or equivalent. -Minimum of three years' experience in Sterile Processing to including monitoring inventory, familiarity with tracking systems, purchasing, computer systems, decontamination, and sterilization controls. -Sterile Processing Technician Certification (CRCST). -Ability to read, write, and comprehend written material and perform accurate arithmetic computations of moderate complexity. -Demonstrate positive guest and staff relations. -Ability to work independently without supervision. Preferred: -Minimum of two years' instrumentation control.
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