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Job description
DutiesHelpAssembles highly complex instrument sets including, but not limited to, open heart, major orthopedic total joint, cardiovascular, craniotomy and complex endoscopic instrumentation.Processes all complex endoscopic instrumentation to include those medical devices used in the gastroenterology laboratory, bronchoscopy laboratory, urology and operating room.Reviews manufacturer guidelines to ensure the correct methods and parameters are followed when cleaning, decontaminating and sterilizing RME.Troubleshoots and analyzes mechanical failures and makes necessary adjustments to complex decontamination and sterilization equipment, as well as interprets alarm conditions which may occur while operating the equipment.Informs management and healthcare staff when cleaning and processing standard operating procedures (SOPs) or instruction for use have been changed or updated to assure the changes have been validated to meet all guidelines.Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RME in decontamination area, disassembles the RME and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning / decontamination agents as determined by manufactures instructions.Inspects, prepares, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, Sterrad, and high level disinfecting reprocessors; may prepare operating room case carts daily utilizing surgery schedule.Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing.Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room.Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical equipment (RME).Completes segments of work pertaining to the assembly of basic sets and trays for use in the medical center.Operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. MSTs receive guidance from more experienced staff members and SPS management.Performs and documents daily, weekly, and monthly quality Assurance on all items processed in Sterile Processing Service as well as the equipment used to process Reusable Medical Equipment.Assists with training, competency assessment, on the spot training, and mentoring of equal or lower grade employees.Other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Varies, will be discussed during the interview process.Telework: Not availableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not availablePermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not available
Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90001, US
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