The Sterile Processing (SPD) Technician is responsible for the decontamination and processing of surgical instruments and equipment.
This is a full-time role working daytime hours M-F out of our Two Twelve Surgery Center in Chaska.
Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) a group of local medical practices owned and led by its physicians on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.
Essential Functions:
- Demonstrates knowledge of processes procedures quality assurance chemicals and medical instruments sufficient to be able to decontaminate assemble wrap and sterilize equipment supplies and instruments.
- Demonstrates knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment malfunction.
- Demonstrates knowledge of applicable sanitary infection control and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters.
- Independently follows all cleaning checklists thoroughly and appropriately.
- Initiates cleaning and restocking of all work areas and ordering supplies as necessary.
- Floats readily between all areas of decontamination and sterile processing providing help as needed.
- Maintains communication with operating room staff.
- Applies principles of aseptic technique standard and transmission precautions.
- Assists in the procurement and maintenance of department inventory.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Maintains knowledge of all applicable regulatory standards including but not limited to AAMI and ANSI standards.
- Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience.
- Accountable for reporting occurrences through the centers established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
- Fosters the developmental and educational process of self colleagues orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).
- Participates in acceptable continuing education fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
- Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper non-wasteful use of surgery center resources.
- Any and all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School diploma/GED or equivalent.
- Sterile Processing Tech certification preferred.
- Instrument processing/Sterile processing experience preferred.
Benefits & Compensation:
- Actual starting pay will vary based on education skills and experience.
- We offer a comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision Plan Maternity Bundle 401K with Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Gym & Car Rental Discounts - to learn more clickhere.
Essential Requirements:
Ability to:
- Comply with company policies procedures practices and business ethics guidelines.
- Complete job required training.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g. HIPAA Stark OSHA employment laws etc.).
- Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
- Work in the surgery center during business hours.
- Travel independently throughout the surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending lifting standing stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required.
- Work at an efficient and productive pace handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines.
- Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner.
- Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations.
- Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Understand and execute a variety of instructions.
- Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Travel to other work locations if required.
Performance Expectations i-Healths Core Values:
- Integrity- Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
- Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
- Quality - Act with high purpose committed effort and skillful execution to exceed expectations
- Innovation- Identify progressive solutions that improve service teamwork efficiency and/or effectiveness
- Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively
Environmental Conditions:
Notes:
- Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
- We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program please click here: position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.
- Due to mandatory CMS and CDC COVID-19 vaccination reporting for the ASCs all ASC employees who are vaccinated for COVID-19 should send a copy/photo of their COVID vaccination card to ASC employees who are not vaccinated for COVID-19 do not need to take any action. If you have any questions please reach out to .
Required Experience:
IC