Sterile Processing Tech Advanced

Sterile Processing Tech Advanced

Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

$26.52 - $35.36 an hour — 40 hours — Evenings — 10-hour shifts (Monday-Friday/3pm-11:30pm).

Weekend & Evening shift differential — +2.00/hr.

On-call requirement — weekends and Holidays

Boulder Community Health is seeking an Advanced Sterile Processing Technician who is assigned full performance level duties responsible for decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments, hospital instruments and medical equipment.

Benefits

•Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option

•Dental and Vision insurance

•BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans

•Short-term and Long-term disability coverage

•Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

•Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution

•Paid Time Off

•Education assistance program

•Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki

•Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions

•Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications

•High School diploma or equivalent preferred

•Certification (CBSPD or IAHCSMM) is required—Options are Sterile Processing and Distribution Certification (CRCST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). Must currently hold one of these certifications.

•A current certificate must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

•1-2 years of experience working in a sterile processing department required.

•Extensive experience with sterilization techniques, processing instrumentation as well as all other aspects involved with or pertaining to SPD.

•Leadership experience preferred.

•OR Tech experience preferred

•Computer experience preferred

•Inventory experience preferred

Responsibilities

•Provides asset management and support for surgical instruments and trays belonging to or consigned to the facility, in accordance with the Department of Health, TJC, OSHA, CDC, AAMI and AORN standards

•Operates all required equipment and machinery accurately and safely, prepares, assembles and sterilizes instruments and supplies according to parameters of sterilization. Maintains appropriate records, and monitors quality control and infection control standards.

•Accurately handles and cares for instruments appropriately with examination for function, identification and assembly according to SPM and preparation for sterilization; retrieves malfunctioning instruments and ensures repairs are completed.

•Correctly peel-packs supplies, instruments, wraps instruments for sterilization, inspects each instrument for use, function, completeness and cleanliness.

•Ensures safe care for patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all BCH policies, procedures and standards. .

•Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as a preceptor, mentor and resource to fewer experienced staff.

•Communicate with operating room personnel to provide required instruments.

•Maintains records regarding maintenance of instrumentation and equipment.

•Is responsible for reporting damaged or malfunctioning equipment and obtaining loaner/rental instruments when requested.

•Maintains all surgical trays, equipment and instruments in proper working condition, and educates staff on such.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado, serving the Boulder County community. Our flagship facility, Boulder Community Hospital, along with several other locations, provides comprehensive care, including acute care, emergency services, psychiatric care, and outpatient services. BCH offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, maternity, and mental health care, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered, high-quality care.

We are dedicated to improving community health through advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH maintains strong partnerships with local physicians and supports public health efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and address health disparities.

As a Certified Level II Trauma Center, Boulder Community Hospital provides expert emergency care for serious and complex injuries while delivering comprehensive services across the full continuum of care.

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.

BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advanced Sterile Processing Technician is assigned full performance level duties responsible for decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments, hospital instruments and medical equipment throughout the institution, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process. Guides, mentors, and serves as a resource for Sterile Processing Technicians.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education or Formal Training

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Special Qualifications (Licensure, Registration, etc.)

• Certification (CBSPD or IAHCSMM) is required--Options are Sterile Processing and Distribution Certification (CRCST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). Must currently hold one of these certifications.
• A current certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Knowledge

• Complete understanding of sterilization techniques.
• Record keeping regarding ordering, expenditures, and maintenance of surgical instruments and SP supplies.
• A preceptor and resource person for new employees and staff.
• Identifies and meets educational needs.
• Specialty surgical services with identification and understanding of surgical instruments and their care and use in surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment malfunction.
• Knowledge of applicable sanitary infection control and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters.
• Knowledge of unit and floor needs sufficient to be able to assemble and wrap appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of processes, procedures, quality assurance, chemicals and medical instruments sufficient to be able to decontaminate and sterilize equipment, supplies and instruments.
• Skill in cleaning specialized equipment.

Skills

• Is able to perform technical functions.
• Have manual dexterity and fine motor coordination.
• Ability to lift and move trays of instruments and patient care equipment, e.g., IV pumps, monitors, up to 30 pounds.
• Is able to perform bending, lifting, and washing using decontamination processes, which will include instrument pans, bins, trays and carts of various sizes.
• Have no physical limitations as to lifting trays of instruments (above the head), pushing, pulling carts from sterilizer, walking, and standing for duration of shift.
• Tactile differentiation, e.g., temperature, moisture.
• Must have good people skills and be able to operate well under pressure.
• Must have good telephone manners and negotiation skills.
• Computer skills and knowledge of inventory processes.
• Service Excellence skills
• Team Building/Concept Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Ability

• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to proficiently use the Electronic Health Record, Word and Excel and SPM computer programs.
• Able to provide information and follow-up regarding sterilizer load data.

Experience

• 1-2 years of experience working in a sterile processing department preferred.
• Extensive experience with sterilization techniques, processing instrumentation as well as all other aspects involved with or pertaining to SPD.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• OR Tech experience preferred
• Computer experience preferred
• Inventory experience preferred

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED

Standard equipment including: computer, printers, scanners, telephone, washer/decontaminator, sonic cleaner, sterilizer (steam, plasma and ethylene oxide), instrument trays, and peel pouch machine, biological incubator. Purchasing forms, e.g., purchase orders, requisitions, packing slips, bills of lading, etc. Utilization of purchasing contracts.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

• Physical working environment may include, but not limited to, any of the following hazards: high pressure steam, chemical, electrical, mechanical, biowaste, stress, back strain, body fluids, etc.
• Environmental conditions may include, but not be limited to, variations in temperature, noise, odors, multi-stimuli, etc.
• Pressure from high volume census to meet deadlines to obtain supplies from vendors.
• Extensive people contact and interruptions.