Sterile Processing Technician

1 month ago


Kansas City, Missouri, United States Swope Health Services Full time
Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Department at Swope Health Services is seeking a full-time Sterile Processing Technician to coordinate and collaborate the overall cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilizing, and dispensing of reusable surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies needed for daily surgical procedures, bedside procedures, dental instruments, and other related departments.

Primary Functions:
  • Responsible for control of all parts of the sterilization process: Decontamination, Prep, pack, sterilize, Documentation of sterilization, and Sterile storage including remediation of equipment failures and hazards.
  • Provide integrity and sterility of products and services for the customers and staff.
  • Work in conjunction with the clinics and staff to provide timely sterile products.
  • Maintain consistency and continuous workflow between clinics and SPD.
  • Operate and maintain Steris machines; keep records of loads completed, items of loads, and maintain procedures performed.
  • Operate and maintain decontamination equipment.
  • Operate and maintain all machines in the process and keeping records of loads completed, items in loads, and maintenance procedures performed.
  • Monitor and maintain appropriate records to remain compliant with applicable regulatory agencies, as well as reporting occurrences to supervisors.
  • Maintain strong working/collaborative relationship with other departments to ensure flow and continuity of services.
  • Adhere to annual education requirements as outlined for Swope Health Services.
Professional Requirements:
  • Complete annual education requirements.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Wear identification while on duty.
  • Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal, and local regulations.
  • Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
  • Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.
  • Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
  • Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within (60) days of hire.
  • One year of Central Service or Sterile Processing experience is strongly preferred.
  • Central Service Technician Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
  • Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
  • Physically demanding, high-stress environment.
  • Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions.
  • Pushing and pulling heavy objects.
  • Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients.
  • Manual and finger dexterity.
  • Hand and eye coordination.
  • Standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
  • Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Working under stressful conditions.
  • Must have a flexible work schedule.
  • Working with controlled steam, air, and hot water.
  • Usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for safety.


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