Sterile Processing Technician, I - Sterile Processing - Full Time 8 Hour Evenings (Non-Exempt) (Union)
University of Southern California (USC)
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Posted: 08-Nov-24
Location: Los Angeles, California
Internal Number: REQ20156521
Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines. Upon completing one year of experience, incumbent will be elevated to Sterile Processing Tech II
Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, HLD (high level disinfection) and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation, scopes, probes and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave), H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, AER (automated endoscope reprocessors), sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines. Upon completing one year of experience, incumbent will be elevated to Sterile Processing Tech II.
Essential Duties:
Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness.
Disassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate and load automated washers according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU).
Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment according to established protocols and professional standards. Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation.
Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.
Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.
Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking system
Prepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.
Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.
Responsible for decontaminating all Endoscopes & Probes according to manufacturers guidelines (IFU).
Performs Chemical Monitoring of the GUS System as per Manual High Level Disinfectant (HLD) Instruction for Use (IFU)
Ensures all HLD equipment are staged to transfer according to MIFU.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Req High school or equivalent
Req Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program (no more than 6 months post-graduation)
Req Recent graduate (no more than six months post-graduation) from an Accredited Sterile Processing Program
Req Working knowledge of instrument processing techniques
Req Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.
Req Ability to operate sterile processing equipment.
Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 - $33.15. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles but also in various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.