SPD Technician I​/II​/III​/IV - Sterile Processing

Navajo Preference Employment Act

In accordance with Navajo Nation and federal law, TCRHCC has implemented an Affirmative Action Plan pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. Pursuant to this Plan and corresponding TCRHCC Policy, applicants who meet the necessary qualifications for this position and (1) are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe will be given preference in hiring and employment for this position, (2) are legally married to enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe and meet residency requirements will be given secondary preference, and (3) are enrolled members of other federally-recognized American Indian Tribes will be given tertiary preference.

POSITION SUMMARY I/II

This position is an established training position to obtain Certified Registered Central Service Technician. The position is subject to a three (3) year service commitment agreement and requires rotational scheduling and on-call (night, weekend, and holiday) coverage upon successful completion of established didactic and clinical training to perform basic duties of a Sterile Processing Technician and as determined by the OR SCN.

Responsible for receiving, inspecting, tests, assembling, decontaminating, sterilizing, packaging, labeling, performing inventory, and distributing instruments and supplies. Operates and trouble shoots sterile processing equipment and completes required documentation. The II/III level is aware of the value and function of each instrument and piece of equipment and treats it accordingly. The goal and mission of the department is to have the right instrument and equipment at the right time for the right patient.

POSITION SUMMARY III/IV

This Sterile Processing Technician Level III/IV will be responsible for daily oversight of activities, communication, between the Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing department (SPD). The SPD Technician will provide support and direction for case cart assembly on a daily basis and procures instruments in the OR Sterile Instrument Room. The position is subject to a rotational scheduling and on-call (night, weekend, and holiday) coverage upon successful completion of established didactic and clinical training to perform basic duties of a Sterile Processing Technician and as determined by the OR SCN or Lead SPD Technologist.

Responsible for receiving, inspecting, tests, assembling, decontaminating, sterilizing, packaging, labeling, performing inventory, and distributing instruments and supplies. Operates and trouble shoots sterile processing equipment and completes required documentation. The III/IV level is aware of the value and function of each instrument and piece of equipment and treats it accordingly. This SPD Technician will adhere to the goal and mission of the department is to have the right instrument and equipment at the right time for the right patient.

The SPD Technician will be responsible for adhering to established Joint Commission standards to ensure compliance and safe instrument use is followed for patients of the hospital.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS I/II

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Licensure: Must obtain a valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

SPD Tech Level I

Experience: Three (3) months experience in a hospital setting or environmental services. Successfully complete the orientation and competency plan within three months of hire for Sterile Processing Department. Upon successful completion, technician may be eligible for SPD Tech Level II.

SPD Tech Level II:

Experience: Meet level 1 requirements and complete 10 weeks or 400 hours of hospital service within 18 months and successfully apply and achieve certification.

Certification: Must have and maintain a valid, active, and in good standing with the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).

SPD Tech Level III:

Experience: Must have three years of Certified Sterile Processing Technician experience

Certification: Must Have Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification and Certified Endoscope Reprocessor certification.

SPD Tech Level IV:

Experience: Must have five or more years of experience as a certified SPD Tech.

Certification: Must Obtain Certified Instrument Specialist and Certified Healthcare Leader Exam Certifications. Will assist as a Team Leader for SPD. Will maintain CST and level III certification to be eligible.

Other

Skills and Abilities

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A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers. All employment references must address and indicate success in each of the following areas:

• Critical thinking skills, synthesize knowledge and a high level of learning aptitude.
• Positive working relationships with others
• Possession of high ethical standards and no…