Sterile Processing Technician

Position Overview:The Sterile Processing Technician supplies the hospital with sterilized supplies and equipment as required by Infection Control standards for quality patient care. The Sterile Processing Technician begins the infection control process by decontaminating, inspecting, and organizing instruments and equipment for sterilization. Monitors biological testing to maintain infection control.Qualifications:Education:High school graduate or equivalent; graduate of sterile processing technician course work; certification preferred after one year of employment, but required after two years of employment.Experience:One (1) year sterile processing experience, or completion of a technical course, or related background in instrumentation, supply and equipment purchasing, nursing, or comparable area.Knowledge:Safe, proper handling and cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment. Sterilization practices and principles. Instruments and what instruments are to be used for which case. Medical terminology. Sterile processing personal protective equipment. Blood born pathogen policy. Environmentally controlled environment, and what it means to have a negative pressure air flow. Problem solving techniques with respect to problems that arise with instruments and equipment. Knowledge of proper body mechanics for lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy instruments and carts. Regulatory guidelines such as: OSHA, JCAHO, DSH, APIC, AORN, etc. Vendor interaction to include: ordering supplies and instruments; handling faulty or missing equipment; repairs; maintenance.Skills:Ability to operate five (5) different sterile processing and ultra sonic machines. Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced critical care environment with constantly changing priorities. Basic computer skills. Ability to order new instruments and take care of repairs; facilitate acquisition of loaner equipment. Ability to work directly with OR staff, providing support to include problem solving and direction. Also orients, trains and guides all Perioperative staff.Organization: Sutter Auburn Faith HospitalEmployee Status: RegularEmployee Referral Bonus: NoBenefits: NoPosition Status: Non-ExemptUnion: YesJob Shift: VariableShift Hours: 8 Hour ShiftDays of the Week Scheduled: Varied DaysWeekend Requirements: One Weekend a MonthSchedule: Per DiemHrs Per 2wk Pay Period: Per DiemAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.