LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECH
Wellstar Health Systems

Overview

The LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECH is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.

• Schedule:Full Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECH:

• Collaborative
• Time Efficient
• Organized
• Critical Thinker
• Attention to Detail
• Compassionate

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details

Facility: Kennestone Hospital

Job Summary:
The Lead Sterile Processing Technician functions under the direction of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Manager to assist with the coordination and implementation of surgical instrument processing and work flow. This includes the processing of supplies and equipment, performing cleaning and sterilization duties, preparing surgical packs, supplies, linens and instruments in the central supply area. The lead technician will work in concert with the medical and nursing staff in assuring that operating rooms are adequately stocked with necessary equipment and supplies are prepared and present so that surgical cases operate efficiently and on-time. The lead technicians will serve as a working technician with the all of the direct assignments as a Sterile Process technicians with additional duties required for "Lead "status. This will include responsibilities such as acting as a liaison between the SPT's and other operating room team members, serving as the resource, participating in performance improvement (PI) initiatives, trouble shooting any daily operational issues impeding work flow, orientation of SPT staff and other duties as assigned. The Lead SPT will oversee designated service lines with frequent and ongoing communications to management, physicians, nurses and other operating room staff.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Demonstrates Consistent Application of Aseptic/Sterile Techniques of all Instruments and - Supplies: Collects, receives, disinfects, and decontaminates instruments, supplies and equipment according to hospital policies and procedures, AORN recommendations, AAMI guidelines, JCAHO and other regulatory requirements and standards: - Demonstrates consistent application of aseptic /sterile techniques all instruments and supplies: - Applies proper sterilization procedures in the operation of sonic washers, washer decontaminators, steam, and steris sterilize. Assures proper working condition of equipment and reports problems with equipment or maintenance needs. Handles and stores instruments, equipments and supplies appropriately - Appropriately handles, scans bar codes, and stores sterile items in pre determined locations for future use Surgical Services Equipment Management: Inspects surgical instruments and medical equipment and detects need for repair or replacement and suspects of cleanliness, assemble, wraps or containerizes instruments and equipment - Cleans, inspects, and maintains instruments/equipment and supplies to assure all equipment is maintained in good working condition and available on a 24-hour basis - Maintains all required regulatory documentation of sterilization records and surgical supplies such as quality control logs of sterilizing equipment. - Maintains departmental policies and procedures related to safety, quality improvement, infection control and other standards relative to surgical sterile processing. Documents accurately and legibly. - Responds to request from nursing staff and others by locating surgical instrumentation and supplies - Checks and Stocks supplies, rotating stock by expiration dates - Acts as a liaison with individuals responsible for ordering supplies. - Delivers and unloads supplies to appropriate areas and restocks supplies as needed - Coordinates instrument turnaround actives in conjunction with the Manager. Retrieves equipment t equipment needed for scheduled and emergent cases. - Assist in emergency situation by assembling and returning needed equipment Communicates and Participates in Surgical Services Work Flow - Communicates and pertinent information related to instrumentation or supplies to the appropriate team member which may include management, physicians, staff or sales representatives. - Reports to the leadership any unusual occurrences such as , problems, accidents,safety , quality or patient experience concerns. - Consistently promotes patient experience through positive behaviors when interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other team members - Assure the privacy, comfort and safety needs of patients are not interrupted in relation to the delivery or set up of supplies or equipment - Attends departmental staff meetings as required - Communicates frequently with SPTs to assure proper work flow and availability of supplies. Communicates and Participates in Surgical Services Work Flow - Communicates and pertinent information related to instrumentation or supplies to the appropriate team member which may include management, physicians, staff or sales representatives. - Reports to the leadership any unusual occurrences such as , problems, accidents,safety , quality or patient experience concerns. - Consistently promotes patient experience through positive behaviors when interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other team members - Assure the privacy, comfort and safety needs of patients are not interrupted in relation to the delivery or set up of supplies or equipment - Attends departmental staff meetings as required - Communicates frequently with SPTs to assure proper work flow and availability of supplies. - Assist SP Supervisor or Manager with surgical processing staff meetings and Attends Surgical Services Staff Meeting - Acts as a general liaison within SPTs and other team members of surgical services - Communicates frequently with surgical services leaders to assure work flow and supplies are meeting operational demands. Monitors and maintains data on productivity and process effectiveness
Required Minimum Education:
High school diploma Degree Required some college Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
Cert Reg Central Service Tech 1.00 Required Cert Sterile Proc & Dist Tech 1.00 Required Basic Life Support 2.00 Preferred BLS - Instructor 2.00 Preferred BLS - Provisional 2.00 Preferred
Additional Licenses and Certifications:

Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 2 years previous sterile process experience. Required
Required Minimum Skills:
Demonstrates expert knowledge in surgical supply processing, surgical instruments and sterile technique. Must have excellent communication skills. Should be highly organized with ability to set priorities and make adjustments as needed based on daily demands. Ability to work with all levels of care providers. Must be self-directed and self-motivated with strong customer service skills. Must be able to understand, speak and write English well to communicate with surgical services team.

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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.

Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  

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