SPD TECH 1 - NON CERTIFIED

Job Summary:

In keeping with the Marian Medical Center philosophy, the Central Service Technician supports and promotes the provision of quality patient care by cleaning, processing and sterilization of instruments and surgical ware. Prepares surgical case carts. Monitors sterilizing equipment for correct parameters. Compiles data for Quality Control Measures for the department. Inventories all supply carts. Delivers equipment and medical supplies to nursing units. Assists in training of newly hired personnel.

Job Duties:

• Assembles and sorts instrument sets following instrument manual and arranges sets in appropriate instrument trays. Separates delicate and basic instruments, electrical cords, cables, and processes according to established procedures. Sorts and identifies special instruments for processing, e.g., power equipment, scopes, etc.
• Inspects each instrument for alignment and position when sorting. Checks for missing parts and straightens malleable instruments. Reports mal-functioning, missing, and broken instrumentation.
• Cleans and maintains equipment essential to assuring effective sterilization: ultrasonic machine, washer sterilizer, steam sterilizers, and plasma sterilizers.
• Demonstrates proper procedure for operating the steam and plasma sterilizers, washer sterilizer, and ultrasonic cleaner. Uses proper loading/unloading procedure.
• Upon completion of sterilization, stores instruments in sterile area and returns processed instrumentation, instrument trays, and equipment to appropriate nursing units.
• Demonstrates proper procedures for cleaning, packaging, labeling, processing and storage of clean and sterile supplies.
• Stocks and tags medical supplies placed in Central Supply.
• Issues and returns supplies, using the computer to maintain an accurate inventory.
• Maintains clean and orderly work area. Wiping and dusts shelves, carts, work, and storage area.
• Routinely checks supplies/instruments for outdates. Replenishes depleted supplies in Central Service.
• Demonstrates ability to follow hospital/departmental procedures for cleaning and storing of equipment.
• Responds to all telephone requests promptly and accurately.
• Assists in the training of new personnel.
• Attends 80% of staff meetings and inservices. Attends all mandatory meetings.
• Ability to train new personnel with a positive team oriented attitude and job competence.
• Assists with annual physical inventory if necessary.
• Plans and executes staff in-service meetings when assigned.
• Performs other assigned duties as required.
• Records all logs completely and accurately, e.g., sterilized items, patient-charged equipment. Inventories patient chargeable equipment accurately.
• Keeps an accurate log of QA measurements including but not limited to load counts, equipment monitors and tray surveillance.

Required:

• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR) within 90 Days.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work tactfully and effectively with team members.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of hospital safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation used in surgical and invasive procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize work, work without close supervision, and has a memory for details.
• Ability to function in fast-paced, everchanging environment.
• Ability to respond to telephone requests quickly and accurately.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical supplies.

Preferred:

• Six to twelve months of related experience.
• Previous acute care experience in hospital with supplies preferred with emphasis on knowledge of medical supplies.

French Hospital Medical Center, located in San Luis Obispo, California, has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac, orthopedic, and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland, Forbes, and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education, resources, and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go here to www.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.

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