Central Sterile Processing tech 2

The Sterile Processing Technician II performs routine maintenance and preparation of instruments supplies

and equipment requiring decontamination and sterilization in a medical facility as well as all duties performed

by the Sterile Processing Technician I.

This is the second level of a three-level series. It is distinguished from the lower level by increased responsibility for the sterilization assembly and testing of medical equipment supplies and instruments. It is

distinguished from the higher level by closer supervision and less complex procedures.

• All duties assigned/performed by a Sterile Processing Technician I.
• Knowledge in regard to the handling and care of instrumentation tray preparation and special procedural items. Assembling all trays processed by the department. Use knowledge of sterilization and infection control principles to properly decontaminate instrumentation and equipment.
• Appropriately operate equipment including but not limited to cart washersdecontaminators computers ultrasonic scanners telephones and photocopiers.
• Performs routine instrument and equipment quality checks.

• Dispense equipment & instrumentation Restocking of Carts Case Cart Picking assists with Operating Room Turnover Put aways (instruments supplies and equipment). Maintains Patient & Customer Focus.

• Assists with inservicing and orientation of staff both new and those in assignment rotation. Provides guidance and is a resource for all Sterile Processing Technician Is.

• Maintain records reports and patient charges according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and neat work area.

• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National certification from CBSPD or HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) formerly IAHCSMM is required at time of hire.
• Two years experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care center with primary responsibility for instrumentation processing and sterilization.

• Accredited Sterile Processing course.
• Two years experience as a Sterile Processing Technician I; that has completed the following (OHSU SPD employees only) - with manager discretion based on skill set & job performance.
• Successful completion of an accredited Sterile Processing training program will allow 1 year of Tech I experience toward Tech II status
• 6 months training at OHSU w/ preceptor on all job requirements assigned to Tech II classification after successfully completing the 6 months probation as a Tech I.
• CBSPD or HSPA

• Rotate weekends work various shifts work with detergents enzymes germiside and other related chemicals.