STERILE PROCESSING TECH

Job Opportunity

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: To provide sterile, properly functioning, properly assembled, properly inspected, supplies and equipment throughout the Healthcare System.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Reprocessing of multiple use items including but not limited to decontamination, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging and sterilization.
• Operation and testing of all equipment in the Sterile Processing Department, including steam and low temp sterilizers.
• Decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments
• Delivery, retrieval, and stocking of sterile instruments, supplies and equipment
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Accurately and consistently documents sterilizer loads, parameters, and biological test results.
• Takes immediate and appropriate action when failures are recognized.
• Performs additional duties as requested by charge person.

Job Requirements

General Requirements:

Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities. Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases.

Work Experience:

See license/certification

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent Certification in Sterile Processing through The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA, formerly known as IAHCSMM) - OR - Graduate of an approved Sterile Processing program OR currently enrolled in an approved Sterile Processing program OR 6 months experience at Sparrow as a Distribution Technician ll. If currently enrolled in an approved Sterile Processing program, must complete course within 1 year and complete CBSPD or HSPA Certification exam or grandfathered in if hired or transferred before July 1, 2007.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Flexible and Adaptive to change Strong communication skills Ability to deal with high stress associated with high-volume critical care departments Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. Preferred Knowledge of SPM or TDOC computer based inventory systems Previous experience in Sterile Processing

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.