Sterile Processing Tech II

divh2Sterile Processing Tech II - Lavin, Full-time, Evenings/h2pAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, youll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?/ppSchedule: 3pm-11:30pm, 40 hours per week, 1.0 FTE/ppThe Sterile Processing Tech II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards./pulliDemonstrates knowledge and use of the Tray Tracking computer system in assigned areas of the department./liliDecontaminate, disinfect and/or sterilize surgical instruments in compliance with all established policies and procedures including infection control protocols./liliInspects, sorts, and processes surgical instrumentation in accordance to policy and procedures./liliReports and isolates damaged and missing items to Resource Coordinator and Manager./liliAssembles and organizes surgical instrument sets according to instrument count sheets./liliPrepares instrument trays for sterilization by appropriately wrapping or utilizing a sterilization container./liliPerforms quality assurance and biological testing on equipment and documents accordingly./liliOperates ultrasonic cleaner, washer-decontaminator, heat-sealing apparatus, sterilizers and cart washers within established guidelines./liliMaintains logs, prepares, checks and records test results. Approves or refuses materials from Sterilizer based on test results. Reports to management any adverse results./liliExecutes proper procedures for equipment malfunctions./liliPrepares and delivers accurate and timely case carts for use in surgical procedures./liliResponds to instrument and supply requests from customers in a timely manner./liliMaintains a friendly, clean and orderly work environment./liliChecks and reprocesses any expired items./liliAccurately prepares and labels items for the appropriate method of sterilization./liliActs as a resource to other staff./liliMaintains a working knowledge of all areas of the department by rotating through assigned work areas to ensure service needs of the customer are meet./liliMaintains National or International Certification for Sterile Processing and Distribution. Assists in responsibility as a self-directed professional for continuing education./liliCompletes work from previous shift to accommodate department schedules./liliDispenses and delivers materials via dumbwaiter, tube system, elevator and/or handcarts./liliPerforms role of preceptor during training of new employees./liliCommunicates issues, problems and concerns to management in a timely manner./liliAbility to use established communication channels (i.e. Spectralink Phone) in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner, when coverage needed./liliPerforms other duties as assigned./li/ulpRequired:/pulliHigh School Diploma/liliCurrent certification by the National Institute for the Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (NICHSPD) or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing Distribution (CBSPD)/liliExperience and knowledge of surgical instrumentation/liliExperience and knowledge in the use of all types of sterilization processes, decontamination, packing and shelf life, including aseptic techniques and their applications to various items processed./liliPhysical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 35 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds/li/ulpPreferred:/pulliPrevious experience/li/ulpNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status./ppWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events./p/div