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Sterile Processing Technician-LeadUofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.The Sterile Processing Technician-Lead job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: instructing Sterile Processing Technicians in the performance of job duties, and assigning daily work area; decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of reusable instruments, utensils, trays, carts, and equipment; assembly of case carts; pick-up and delivery of all reusable items to using areas; monitoring of the sterilization process; assisting Sterile Processing Supervisor as needed; assisting with performance improvement activities for the department. Provides support, training and communication in accordance with Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Associates of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), and CDC guidelines. Mentors, supports and coaches employees as necessary to maintain and support decontamination, processing, assembly and sterilization processes within all set standards and regulations.Essential Functions:Acts as a preceptor for new employeesHandles problems as they occur; manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to request for service and assistanceAssigns daily work schedule and coaches technicians on quality errors in the absence of a supervisorMonitors workflow, prioritizes work, and adjusts assignments to accommodate needCompletes performance improvement assignment as assigned and assists with staff competency checksMonitors all processing equipment and notify appropriate repair person when a malfunction occursAnswers telephone promptly and assists caller with obtaining items neededProcures surgical instrumentation and places into case carts for scheduled and non-scheduled proceduresMakes rounds throughout the hospital to deliver sterile and non-sterile instrumentation, supplies and equipment, and to collect contaminated or credit instrumentation, supplies and equipmentDelivers scheduled case carts to the Surgery DepartmentMaintains responsibility for returned instrumentation and supplies (if applicable) that is unused, and the integrity of packaging has not been compromisedDecontaminates all reusable instruments, sets, utensils, and equipment used throughout the Medical Center complexInspects, assembles, and packages all decontaminated reusable instruments, sets, utensils, and other items for sterilizationOperates all processing equipment used within the departmentMonitors the sterilization process through mechanical, chemical, and biological indicatorsOther Functions:Contribute to the efficient operation of the department.Performs dispatch, cleaning and decontamination, wrapping and packaging, sterilization and monitoring duties in a safe manner, to prevent injury to self, patients, visitors or other hospital personnelContributes to maintaining supplies and sterile items for use throughout the hospital; keeps department clean, neat, and well organizedPrioritizes work and focuses on consistent throughputContributes to all official departmental business in a professional mannerMaintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conductComplies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all timesPerforms other duties as assignedEducation:High school diploma or GED/ equivalent (required)Experience:A minimum of 18 months of sterile processing experience (required)Certification:Double Certification by a nationally recognized program for Sterile Processing Technicians (i.e. CRCST or CSPDT AND CIS or SIS Certifications) (required)CHL or CSPM Certification must be obtained within 12 months from date of hireJob Competency:Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questionsAbility to write clearly and informatively and to present numerical data effectivelyKnowledge and identification to assemble instrument sets form all surgical areas and other departments.Must display an exceptional level of organizational skills and proficient in problem solving and follow throughEffectively communicates with co-workers and all other hospital personnelAble to decontaminate all reusable instruments, sets, and utensils according to acceptable sterile processing standardsKnowledgeable regarding biological monitoringApproaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect regardless of their status or positionDemonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, gathering relevant data while attending to essential details; checks work for accuracy and qualityMust be able to problem-solveMust have strong relationship building skills and the ability to make and use connections throughout UofL Health to complete projects and maintain strong partnerships with other departmentsMust have strong initiative and be able to gather and analyze information skillfully and be able to brainstorm alternative resources and directionsMust be able to break down complex tasks into manageable parts in a systematic, detailed way and considers input from several sourcesMust have great flexibility and the ability to continually look for ways to make appropriate adjustments and changesAbility to use instrument washer/decontaminator; Sonic washer; Cart washer; Steam sterilizer, Hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilizerLanguage Ability:Adequate conversational English is required to ensure the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and organizational policiesAble to read and interpret written information; to write routine reports and correspondence and to speak effectively to groups of customers or employees of organizationReasoning Ability:Must have ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsMust have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deliver successful resultsAbility to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; determines course of action; develops appropriate solutionsComputer Skills:Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office programsAble to use instrument management system and One SourceMust have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as neededAdditional Responsibilities:Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all timesMaintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all timesAdheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelinesWorks collaboratively and supports efforts of team membersDemonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care communityUofL Health Core Expectation:At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spiritEnsuring the highest quality of care for those we serveWorking together as a team to achieve our goals.Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedbackSeeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve.Using our resources wiselyUnderstanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health
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louisville, KY, 40201, US
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