Sterile Processing Technician

Join Us To Make A Meaningful ImpactWe strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.Provides day-to-day direction and assistance for OR sterile processing. Coordinates and/or performs daily activities for cleaning, decontamination, packaging, sterilizing and storing of surgical instruments and supplies. Maintains inventory levels and ensures proper care and operation of equipment. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.What You Will DoProvides day-to-day direction and assistance for sterile processing to provide sterile instruments and supplies in accordance with professional standards. Monitors the work of others and serves as a resource for Sterile Processing Techs by answering questions, researching issues, and resolving problems.Collaborates with technical staff in organizing daily workflow and patient care. Coordinates scheduling of staff and equipment/supplies as appropriate to meet surgery schedule needs, within budgetary and productivity requirements.Assists with on-the-job training, education and in-service programs to ensure a high level of technical skill and compliance with continuing education requirements. Provides input to manager regarding job performance.Coordinates the servicing of equipment and instrumentation including routine care and maintenance.Performs or oversees activities for the decontamination, assembly, packaging, processing, and sterilization of surgical instruments according to standards.Maintains and ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques in accordance with regulatory guidelines and infection control procedures.Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment. Plans and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.Education/Formal Training RequirementsRequired - High School Diploma or EquivalentPreferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Sterile ProcessingPreferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical TechnologyWork Experience RequirementsRequired - Sterile processing and/or surgical field 3-5 yearsLicenses and Certifications RequirementsRequired - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and DistributionPreferred - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing AssociationKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExtensive knowledge of methods and procedures in sterile processing, assembling and packaging of surgical instruments and supplies.Knowledgeable in surgical instrumentation and procedures.Knowledgeable in sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols.Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment on decision making in resolving new or unusual problems related to the general or technical aspects of the job.Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to function with little supervision, delegate work to others, and take initiative to resolve issues.Ability to communicate promptly, clearly and accurately in both written and oral form.Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.Work requires the ability to read and understand complex instructions and perform basic arithmetic calculations.May be required to float to other locations as needed.Supervision Provided by this PositionLeads and guides sterile processing techs.Physical DemandsThe physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.Must have good balance and coordination.The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.The associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.Our associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.