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Central Sterile Processing Specialist

2 months ago


Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States Kaiser Permanente Full time
Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Sterile Processing Department Manager or Supervisor, performs decontamination, preparation & packaging, sterilization or high level disinfection of reusable surgical instruments and/or rigid and flexible endoscopes throughout the region. Performs and maintains quality assurance indicators at the highest level. Follows safety guidelines to ensure quality outcomes for members and staff. This position independently performs the full scope of all central sterile processing functions with emphasis on rapid and correct assessment and response to critical situations in medical centers. Utilizes the computerized instrument management tracking system to track instruments and equipment throughout the facilities. Inventories and restocks departmental supplies including instruments, sterilization chemicals and other related items. Maintains flexibility including working in all SPD locations throughout the region and on various shifts as situations dictate.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Instrument Preparation and Sterilization: Disassembles, cleans, and prepares complex surgical instrumentation and endoscopes equipment appropriately. Cleans, decontaminates, and inspects reusable instrumentation and endoscopes observing decontamination policies and procedures. Reviews, assembles, and packages instrumentation singles/trays in preparation for sterilization. Sterilizes or high-level disinfects items according to manufacturer's instructions, department policy, including compliance with all regulatory agencies and safety requirements. Utilizes personal protective equipment where appropriate and according to policy. Reports any safety issues and/or employee accidents immediately to a supervisor. Monitors parameters on all equipment.
  2. Quality Assurance and Control: Performs and documents quality assurance/quality control activities on all instrumentation, equipment, including but not limited to sterilizers, instrument washers, sonic washers, and automatic endoscope preprocessors (AER) as listed and defined in the CSPD policies and procedures. Tracks instruments throughout the facilities utilizing the computerized instrument tracking system.
  3. Inventory Management and Customer Service: Maintains PAR stocking and inventory control. Consistently demonstrates excellent customer service in a healthcare environment. Provides appropriate assistance to internal and external customers at all times. Provides direct or telephonic service in a polite and courteous manner.
  4. Problem Resolution and Knowledge: Resolves member/customer concerns and escalates to the supervisor when necessary. Maintains working knowledge of surgical procedures and accurately provides appropriate instrumentation and service.
  5. Organizational Policies and Procedures: Applies knowledge of organizational policies and procedures. Follows all KP and department policies and procedures, including use of time in the work environment, including attendance expectations.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Two (2) years of experience cleaning and sterilizing instruments and endoscope reprocessing.
  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
  • Registered Central Service Technician Certificate within 12 months of hire.
  • Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution - Technician Certification.
Additional Requirements:
  • Knowledge of OSHA, AORN, AAMI, ASGE, SGNA, and APIC standards, and sterilization and flexible endoscope process.
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of routine and specialized instruments and steam, low-temperature sterilization techniques, and high-level disinfection required.
  • Demonstrated effective verbal and written communications skills.
  • Demonstrated customer service skills, customer focus abilities, and the ability to understand Kaiser.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associates degree preferred.