Major Responsibilities: Assembles general and specialty instruments and sets     1)Examines surgical instrumentation for cleanliness, proper assembly and proper performance.     2)Assembles instrument set, ensuring that the correct number and type of instruments are present following established lists and placing the instruments to appropriately to ensure sterilization and ease of use by the user.     3)Check instrument performance and identify repair needs.     4)Acts as resource on instrument identification, appropriate use, location, and availability. Decontamination of General and Specialty instruments and sets     1)Demonstrates independent function in ensuring that soiled instrumentation of any surgical specialty is decontaminated in a manner that prevents cross-contamination.     2)Wears proper protective attire when performing decontamination.     3)Follows established procedures to ensure decontamination completion and correct.     4)Sets up decontamination equipment for operation and ensures proper function and continuous work flow throughout the shift.     5)Maintains a neat and clean work area at all times.     6)Reports improper equipment operation to person in charge.     7)Handles infectious waste according to established hospital procedure. Department Leadership     1)Assists with adjustment in daily work assignments to compensate for fluctuation to work flow.     2)Observes activities throughout the shift to ensure that established procedures are being followed for quality control.     3)Monitors the activities in SPD, on weekends and holidays having responsibility for an effective and efficient operation.     4)Notifies manager of any problems that occur during the shift.     5)Communicates ideas for revision of policy and/or procedure.     6)Assists in ensuring that equipment is properly functioning by communicating equipment malfunctions to manager and/or Engineering/Biomed and filling out appropriate work orders.     7)Acts as liaison between SPD and other departments to interpret problems that occur and communicate back to them in a courteous and professional manner.     8)Assists in maintaining SPD inventory by periodically ordering and receiving supplies and maintaining the appropriate paperwork. Implementation of Quality Improvement Ideas to Enhance Operation and Team Function     1)Identifies, discusses with manager the problem/improvement opportunities that will be focused on for the year.     2)Presents problem/improvement opportunities with an action plan.     3)Assists in revision of policy and/or procedures.     4)Monitors quality assurance indicators and reports findings at team huddles or department meetings.     5)Assists in precepting and/or training of new technicians.

Education/Experience Required:High school diploma or GED 3+ years experience in Sterile Processing Some prior leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Ability to Communicate and Follow Directions Good Human Relations Skills Basic computer knowledge skills CRCST (or other equivalent certification)

Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: Heavy lifting: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Job responsibilities involve long periods of standing and walking. Frequent contact with blood and body fluids. Ability to respond quickly to emergency situation with full motor function. Strength and dexterity to handle sterilization equipment and supplies. Ability to adjust work schedule when need arises (i.e., illness/vacation of other staff members). Ability to work under time constraints in stressful situations. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate both verbally and written with multiple levels of personnel ie, OR, Nursing, Administration, students, vendors and visitors. Ability to adjust to change in processes and procedures based on the demand of the department.



This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.