Sterile Processing Tech (SPT)

Central Sterile Supply (CSS) Technician

Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.

A Brief Overview The Central Sterile Supply (CSS) Technician cares for and maintains all surgical instrumentation, sterilization devices, instrument washers and monitoring systems.

What You Will Do

• Applies knowledge and experience of principles of Universal Precautions, sterile processing and aseptic techniques
• Following established protocol, process surgical instruments and scopes through initial wash, set / reset of surgical trays, wrap and process through sterilizers / autoclaves
• As needed, prepares and processes endoscopes in separate work areas
• Routinely tests effectiveness of sterilizers and records outcomes
• At all times, handle instruments and scopes as if they are intended to last a lifetime
• Ensures supplies are always on hand to perform functions of the sterilization lab
• Assist in the maintenance of the physician's preference cards, relative to required instruments and supplies
• Cultivates a cohesive work environment by supporting and working effectively with teammates, both clinical and non-clinical; promotes teamwork and willing to assist where needed to ensure a smooth workday for all

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required

Experience Qualifications

• Three (3) years similar experience in a multi-specialty, ambulatory surgery center intraoperative setting Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Requires the use of computers, EMR software
• Ability to make sound, reasonable decisions
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptiveness to change
• Ability to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situations with tact
• Highly organized with ability to concentrate on many detailed requests despite numerous interruptions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with physicians, hospital partners and ASC staff
• Knowledge of the rhythm of surgical procedures and the purpose of instruments included in the instrument sets
• Knowledgeable and adheres to regulatory requirements (CDC and State) and accreditation standards
• Has knowledge and understanding of the facility's policies, including but not limited to, safety, infection control and risk management policies and procedures

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association Preferred
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certified - American Heart Association Preferred

Physical Demand Medium Physical DemandThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.