Sterile Processing Tech - PM Shift

37719 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Sterile Processing Services

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Scheduled shift will be from 3:00pm-11:30pm Monday through Friday. Weekend and annual holiday rotation is expected.

Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20

Hours:

Full Time; PM Shift 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm Monday through Friday, Weekend and holiday rotation required.

• High school diploma.
• 1 year sterile processing or related experience

Healthcare experience preferred

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and follow directions.
• Computer skills.
• Must be CRCST certified (or equivalent) within 18 months of hire.

• 1)
  Wears proper protective attire when performing decontamination.
• 2)
  Follows established procedures to ensure decontamination completion and correct handling of all Patient Care Equipment.
• 3)
  Collects soiled/reusable equipment as scheduled for each shift following appropriate transport techniques.
• 4)
  Maintains a neat and clean work area at all times.
• 5)
  Reports improper equipment operation to person in charge.
• 6)
  Cleans and disinfects equipment and work area at completion of shift as assigned.
• 7)
  Handles infectious waste according to established hospital procedure.

• 1)
  Assembles test packs for the purpose of monitoring the function of the sterilizers on a daily basis (i.e., chemical and biological monitors).
• 2)
  Observes and assesses the operation of each sterilizer for every cycle by interpreting the recorder data provided.
• 3)
  Labels each item processed in the sterilizer with correct load label.
• 4)
  Positions each item on the sterilizer cart to ensure sterilization.
• 5)
  Documents what type and how many of each item is processed in every load.
• 6)
  Review the data of the test packs processed, interprets the results and completes required documentation for verification by supervision (i.e., chemical and biological).
• 7)
  Report malfunctions to manager immediately.

• 5)
  Places sterile items in appropriate area for distribution, ensuring the items are accurately sorted by department.
• 6)
  Stores sterile items in SPD storage area, ensuring that items are rotated so the first-in/first-out inventory control is maintained.
• 7)
  Notifies appropriate people on back orders and shortages.
• 8)
  Completes case carts for OR following the standard procedure for loading the cart and ensuring items requested are ready for distribution to OR utilizing the established schedule.
• 9)
  Answers the telephone in a courteous manner to take requests for supplies, trays, instruments and promptly responds to ASAP and STAT requests.
• 1)
  Completes SPD paperwork accurately for supply requisition.
• 2)
  Assists with cleaning of storage areas and work stations to maintain a contaminant‑free environment.
• 3)
  Receives supplies from warehouse and outside vendors, ensuring that supplies entering SPD are devoid of external contaminants.
• 4)
  Places storeroom order and properly puts away supplies.

• 5)
  Cooperates with coworkers to produce productive outputs.
• 6)
  Identifies own learning needs and uses resources provided.
• 7)
  Comprehends written and verbal instructions.
• 8)
  Documents appropriately i.e.; load cards, shift change report, QI data.
• 9)
  Works in all areas to accomplish daily work loads.
• 1)
  Gives and receives appropriate feedback to and from co‑workers.
• 2)
  Collaborates with co‑worker to prioritize work load.
• 3)
  Understands verbal instruction.
• 4)
  Communicates properly with co workers and customers.

• 1)
  Ensures that all the components of the equipment are…