SPD Tech

Job PostingMission Community Hospital, a 145-bed acute care facility located in the San Fernando Valley, is currently searching for full-time, Day Shift 3pm to 11pm Monday through Friday.Job SummaryThe SPD Technician performs services requiring technical and manual skills, under the direction of a licensed Registered Nurse. Specific areas of responsibility include cleaning of surgical instruments, setting up of instrument trays, wrapping and sterilizing equipment. This position will transport surgical trays to and from the basement instrument sterilizer to the first floor surgery department.The SPD Technician is responsible for:Knowing surgical instruments, tray set-up and the sterilization processWashing of surgical instrumentsSetting up and wrapping surgical instruments and traysCoordinating with the charge nurse and team members regarding scheduled surgeries and equipment deliveriesInforming the charge nurse of broken instruments and repair items to be sent out for repairAssisting with the pick-up of equipment in the operating roomsStocking suppliesCollaborationThe SPD Technician must have a common purpose, coordination, effective communication and blending of unique and complimentary professional skills.It is the Equipment Technician’s responsibility to participate in the collaborative process. The Equipment Technician receives assigned duties from an RN.The Equipment Technician practice recognizes the unique relationship whereby he/she must work cooperatively and in partnership without having “assignment” authority.CommunicationThe SPD Technician’s primary responsibility is to communicate to all health team members through written and/or verbal communication.Time ManagementTime Management for an SPD Technician includes completion of work within the shift hours and the ability to coordinate multiple needs of team members and physicians.AdvocacyThe SPD Technician acts as the patient client advocate by notifying the RN of any concerns or issues regarding equipment. The SPD Technician demonstrates accountability for the patient’s right to considerate, private and respectful healthcare.QualificationsGeneral Job Requirements, Certifications & KnowledgeRequired:Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) – obtain within 30 days of hireCurrent California Fire Card