Allied Technician - Sterile Processing Tech (SPT)

Instrument Technician - Sterilization

Position Information

• Role: Instrument Technician
• Specialty: Sterilization
• Number of Openings: 1
• Shift: Days (5x8)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: None
• Call Requirements: None
• Required Certifications: BLS
• Years of Experience: 1+ years
• Float Requirements: As Needed

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 8
• Patient Ratios: N/A
• Equipment: N/A
• EMR: EPIC

Qualifications

• Must Have Skills/Experience:
  • Experience in Decontamination, Processing, and Sterilization.
  • Proficient in cleaning instruments and equipment to ensure they are free of bioburden.
  • Ability to inspect, function test, and assemble instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization.
  • 5+ years of experience in Sterile Processing.
• Preferred Skillset/Experience:
  • Experience with Davinci robotic systems.
  • Knowledge in general and orthopedic surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations that include orders, diagnoses, and patient history.
• Gather subjective findings, including patient reports of pain and discharge plans.
• Assess performance in various occupational areas, including daily and instrumental activities.
• Identify factors impacting occupational performance, such as context and activity demands.
• Develop plans that focus on patient-centered, function-focused, measurable goals, including patient and family education.
• Provide treatment interventions that address functional, psychological, cultural, educational, and spiritual needs.
• Support self-care training and community reintegration, including home, work, and school environments.
• Utilize therapeutic procedures and modalities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Engage in effective interdisciplinary collaboration and maintain documentation accordingly.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and equipment usage, and recommend follow-up care as appropriate.
• Complete timely and thorough documentation in adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Meet departmental productivity standards while conserving resources and maintaining quality.
• Demonstrate consistent use of customer service techniques to foster positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Commit to professional development by pursuing educational opportunities and meeting departmental requirements.
• Mentor students during clinical rotations and contribute to process improvements that enhance patient outcomes.

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Light Blue
• All staff must adhere to wearing scrubs as appropriate attire.