Senior Sterile Processing Technician- Central Services & Supply

Overview The County of Riverside's - Riverside University Health System (RUHS), Central Services & Supply division, is seeking a qualified Senior Sterile Processing Technician to join their team located in Moreno Valley. The Senior Sterile Processing Technician serves in a lead capacity and ensures proper sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This position mentors and trains staff, maintains compliance with safety and quality standards, and supports daily workflow in collaboration with departmental leadership. Under direction, the incumbent assigns, coordinates, and participates in the work of Sterile Processing Technicians involved in cleaning, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing hospital supplies and equipment; and performs other related duties as required. The Senior Sterile Processing Technician is the advanced journey and lead level classification in the Sterile Processing Technician series and reports to the Supervising Sterile Processing Technician, Sterile Processing Manager or equivalent level manager. Incumbents exercise a high degree of independent judgement, provide oversight to subordinate staff and perform the most complex assignments requiring extensive knowledge and proficiency. The role is distinguished from the Supervising Sterile Processing Technician, who is the first line supervisor charged with the full range of supervisory duties. Advancement to the next level is achieved through the County\'s standard recruitment process. Work Schedule 9/80: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM. Off pay day Tuesday. Shift hours may vary based on department needs; details discussed during the interview process. Responsibilities Inspect, test, clean, decontaminate, and sterilize returned reusable medical equipment and surgical equipment, supplies, and instrumentation; ensure all parts are operable; select appropriate cleaning and sterilization processes; perform minor maintenance and repairs as needed. Identify and assemble medical and surgical instrumentation and supplies using count sheets; package according to sterilization technique; generate and attach labels and billing codes; sterilize and aerate if required. Assemble instruments and supplies for surgery or case/cart procedures using pick lists; distribute sterilized supplies and patient care equipment; maintain inventory levels; verify requisitions and accuracy of inventory; issue supplies and equipment to patients as prescribed. Create and maintain accurate equipment tracking, inventory, sterilization, and testing records using a computer or barcode system; run reports; assist in ordering sterile supplies as needed. Store and maintain all sterile supplies and respiratory therapy equipment; stock processing areas; operate and test sterilizers; keep storage areas clean and orderly; inspect, fold and stack sterilized linen. Track equipment sent to outside vendors to ensure return to the proper department after repair. Establish and maintain courteous cooperative relations with public, patients, and other personnel. Assign, review, and coordinate the work of Sterile Processing Technicians; conduct employee in-service training sessions to keep techniques and procedures current with industry standards. Revise and create policy and procedure manuals; respond to inquiries or complaints concerning supplies and equipment; inspect work to ensure safety and quality standards are met; ensure department policies and procedures are followed. Provide vacation and temporary relief as required. Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school, or possession of a California Certificate of Proficiency, or satisfactory GED score. Experience: Two years of experience equivalent to the County of Riverside Sterile Processing Technician II or above with responsibility for sterilizing, preparing, and issuing medical equipment. Knowledge: Medical equipment, supplies, and instruments used in an acute care hospital; aseptic and sterilization techniques. Ability: Follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively; keep simple records; assist others; work with minimal supervision; conduct aseptic training; solve unusual technical problems related to aseptic techniques. Certifications A minimum of one of the following certifications is required: Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) formerly IAHCSMM Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) Physical Requirements Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and lift, push, pull, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of Riverside