SPD Tech- 11P

5 days ago


Wilmington, United States Nemours Children's Health Full time
Job Description

The Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Technician is responsible for inspection, decontamination, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instrumentation within the guidelines set forth by industry standards and regulations to include, but not limited to, the
  • International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM)
  • Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
  • Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN)
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)
  • U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  • Center for Disease Control (CDC)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)
The SPD Technician is accountable for adherence to the policies and procedures of Nemours to include Nemours Children's Health, Delaware, Bryn Mawr Ambulatory Surgery Center (BMASC), and Deptford Ambulatory Surgery Center (DASC).

The SPD Technician is responsible for adherence to preference cards in preparing surgical case carts and supporting the operating room central cores based on daily assignments.

The SPD Technician is expected to maintain all state and federal clearances for DE, PA, and NJ for periodic rotation to the Malvern Surgery Center, PA and the Deptford Ambulatory Surgery Center, Deptford, NJ as the discretion of Perioperative Leadership.

Position is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 11p-7:30a

Responsibilities:
  1. Responsible for following established protocols for inspecting, decontaminating, preparing and packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing instrumentation, and storing medical/surgical supplies and equipment.
  2. Responsible for distribution medical and surgical supplies from sterile processing areas to other areas within the facility as needed.
  3. Responsible for adherence to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  4. Responsible for following safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
  5. Demonstrates competence in operating equipment used in the sterile processing areas safely and according to the manufacturer's instructions for use.
  6. Responsible for monitoring, interpreting, and documenting results of physical, chemical and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas.
  7. Responsible for preparing and distributing surgical case carts according to physician's preference lists and anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
  8. Responsible for inventory to include receiving and restocking materials used for supporting sterile processing services in collaboration with the Materials Management Department.
  9. Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.

Qualifications:
  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required
  • American Heart Association BLS within six months


About Us

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.

Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org).

To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org.
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