Advanced Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Advanced MST - SPS OR Coordinator

Duties for this position include but are not limited to: The Advanced MST - SPS OR Coordinator will be responsible for communicating on a daily basis with all staff members associated with the OR, including the Charge Nurse, the Manager and Assistant Manager of the OR, and all surgical RNs and scrub technicians. The Liaison is responsible for providing communication with the OR to ensure that all trays and instruments required for daily surgeries are available. In addition, the SPS OR Coordinator will work with the key figures in the OR to coordinate the building and rearranging of trays to fit the physician's needs. The Liaison will make sure that all involved in surgical cases are aware of what trays are needed and the number of trays that are required for each surgery. The Liaison maintains a count of all trays that are part of Surgical Service's inventory. In addition, the Advanced MST - SPS OR Coordinator must knowledgeable of the workings of the SPS field beyond that of a lower grade MST. The Advanced MST is responsible for following Manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU's), ensuring items are sorted, cleaned, decontaminated, or disinfected in the Decontamination section of SPS. Items requiring additional processing, packaging and sterilization are sent to the Preparation and Packaging section of SPS where they are inspected for cleanliness, functionality, and quantity. Following IFU's, these items are then assembled, packaged, and sterilized accordingly. The Advanced MST decontaminates all reusable supplies and equipment in a manner rendering all decontaminated items safe for handling. The Advanced MST determines proper methods and processes to follow per SOP's and Manufacturer's Instructions for Use to decontaminate instruments and equipment. When required, properly disassembles Surgical Instruments avoiding damage or unnecessary wear. Uses seasoned judgment to ensure minimum potential for damage to equipment. In the performance of the duties the Advanced MST will have responsibility involved with one, or all, the following functions pertaining to Re-Usable Medical Equipment (RME) cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and preparation of equipment to full readiness for its subsequent use. Medical equipment designed by the manufacturer to be re-used for multiple patients that are accompanied by reprocessing instructions provided by the manufacturer is considered RME. The result of these duties and responsibilities are to ensure the best possible Product is delivered, the right item, at the right time, in the right condition, ready for use. The Advanced MST will attend training on either one, or all, the procedures associated with the set-up, use, reprocessing and maintenance of new equipment prior to its initial use that leads to his/her initial competency and, validation of that competency on a recurring basis. Removes items from washers and pass-through and determines type of tray or set to assemble based on recognition of key items and the operating room or clinic schedules. The Advanced MST examines items to ensure that gross contamination has been removed; if items remain contaminated, they are sent back to Decontamination for complete reprocessing. The Advanced MST assembles sets and trays by selecting appropriate tray, lining it with a towel, and arranging instruments in the tray in the correct manner. The Advanced MST strives for a logically arranged package that will permit effective penetration of the sterilizing medium and ease of use by end user. Visually examines items for damage, deterioration, or imperfections such as rust, pitting, and cracks. The Advanced MST medical equipment to determine whether it operates correctly after re-assembly. Sends malfunctioning or damaged equipment to repair or salvage unit The Advanced MST examines all types of reusable supplies and equipment. Selects correct wrapping for the tray and wraps and labels tray. The Advanced MST monitors operation of sterilizer with prescribed tests. Determines appropriate method of sterilization and attaches chemical indicator tape to package. The Advanced MST sterilizes items referencing SOP's to determine that correct parameters (e.g. time, temperature, and pressure) were obtained. The Advanced MST distributes items according to established requirements, special requests or as requisitioned. Fills requests for items based on daily schedules of needs or on individual requisitions. Consults with the Operating Room staff and our clinic customers on items in short supply or out of stock, recommending possible substitutions.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:30am - 2pm

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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