Sterile Processing Technician Part Time
Sterile Processing Technician Part Time
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UPH Additional Information
Why UnityPoint Health
Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Culture At UnityPoint Health you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve.
Benefits Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in.
- Caring is what we do and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
- You can only give your best when you feel your best and we help you live well with dental and health insurance paid holidays short and longterm disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your fourlegged family members to give you peace of mind.
- We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commitment At UnityPoint Health we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.
Development We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
Overview
Responsible for the decontamination disinfection inspection assembly and sterilization of supplies instruments and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. Must be conscientious with regard to procedures capable of working under pressure and interacting professionally with other departments within the hospital. Able to accept new ideas and learn position duties. Participates in the departments performance improvement activities.
Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
- Demonstrates understanding of decontamination disinfection inspection assembly and sterilization procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of infection control principles Spauldings classifications aseptic techniques and medical/surgical procedure and terminology.
- Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation names and care and handling procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of Sterilizers Washer Disinfectors and AERs.
Development/Education
- Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates efficient time management skills.
- Must have the ability to access hospital web site for Kronos Lawson and Net Learning and professionally communicate using email via Microsoft Outlook.
- Must have the ability to utilize the internet/intranet to access sites specific to SPD.
- Good telephone etiquette.
- Demonstrates ability to use copiers and scanners.
- Demonstrates ability to access and utilize RL Events site
- Demonstrates understanding of chemicals use within the department and can access MSDS via intranet.
- Demonstrates ability to perform qualification series testing on autoclaves in the OR and SPD independently.
- Demonstrates time management skills.
Basic UPH Performance Criteria
- Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular reliable attendance.
- Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
- Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA DIA DNV OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
- Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
- Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or Specialized
Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education:
High school diploma or GED
Experience:
Prefer minimum 1 year clinical experience.
License(s)/Certification(s):
Work towards acquiring Certification for Sterile Processor.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Writes reads comprehends and speaks fluent English
Basic computer knowledge using Microsoft Office web browser and email
Other:
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
