Sterile Processing Technician - full time, evenings

Perioperative Services TechnicianPenn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?LOCATION: Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PASCHEDULE: Full time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday from 3pm-11:30pm, up to every 4th weekend rotation, 1 winter and 1 summer holiday rotation, voluntary weekend call (may be assigned on a rotating basis if no volunteers)POSITION SUMMARY:The incumbent supports the Operating Room schedule by decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation. The incumbent is a vital member of the Perioperative Services Team and must adhere to all Perioperative standards of practice. He/she must ensure the finished surgical instrument set is assembled appropriately for the scheduled procedure and that all instruments and supplies are dispatched to the correct location. The incumbent is accountable for the facilitation of common goals within the department, independent daily assignment duties, and for project duties as assigned within the department. He/She will also serve as a resource to the team and will be responsible for personal professional development as it relates to the department.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, packages, and sterilizes surgical instrumentation, linens and identifies those in need of repairsFollows established priority list, edited O.R. schedule, and telephone requests for required instruments.Navigates automated instrument tracking system softwareDemonstrates basic knowledge of the T-doc systemClearly documents as applicable, all processed material not track via electronic systemUnderstands the needs and expectations of patients, faculty, and staff of UPHS and other affiliatesHIPAA ComplianceJCAHO ComplianceKnowledgeable about all disinfectants and chemical germicidesAble to reference MSDSDemonstrates knowledge of procedures of emergencies for steam sterilization machines.Ability to assist clinicians in one or more surgical specialtiesDemonstrates knowledge of biological logins with no assistanceMakes professional use of downtimeSeeks supervision of performance when appropriateActs as a resourceOffers feedback in the spirit of helpfulness with respect for peersDemonstrates the ability to articulate and document departmental policies and findingsPromotes a work environment that attracts and retains key talentObserves and verbalizes any breaks in techniquesUtilizes policies and procedures as a resourceRoutinely attends in-service programsAdapts to schedule changes and responds professionallyTakes ownership of tasks and problems when appropriateAccepts constructive criticism appropriatelyKnows when to seek helpLearns active communication skillsDemonstrates flexibility in assignment changesWillingly accepts changes in assignments and/or locationREQUIRED MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:HS Diploma or GEDCertification as a Central Processing Technician OR CRCST must be obtained within 18 months from date of hire.We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's WorkWe are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.