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Sterile Processing Tech full time



Company Location

Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center (10719)

Category

Nursing

Job Location

Davenport, Florida

Tracking Code

72677-147

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking a certified Sterile Processing Tech (SPD Tech) to join our team.

 

Job Summary: Responsible for cleaning and sterilizing all items pertinent to the operations of the center.

 

Position Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates and implements AMI standards and any other resources (IFU’s, SDSs, policies) for the sterilization of instruments and supplies. 
  • Can explain/give rationale/ for current practices.
  • Can work independently and uses time wisely.
  • Demonstrates good body mechanics.
  • Speaks up to address practice issues.
  • Coordinates the availability of instruments/supplies for cases as needed.
  • Assures the adequate functioning and cleaning of all autoclaves and other sterilization/cleaning equipment.
  • Maintains adequate supplies without waste that are needed for sterilization process.
  • Maintains complete and accurate documentation.
  • Facilitates turnover times to promote operating room efficiency.
  • Uses Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
  • Assists with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance, and participates in emergency preparedness drills.
  • Follows all equipment and safety guidelines, and is personally responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
  • Interacts appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background.
  • Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team.
  • Attends in-service training, required education, conferences, and meetings to learn new skills as required.
  • Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
  • Maintains designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center.
  • Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
  • Complies with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.

 

Davenport Ambulatory Surgery Center provides:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Cosmetic
  • General Surgery
  • Reconstructive
  • Orthopedics
  • Podiatry
  • Gynecology
  • Urology
  • Otolaryngology/ENT
  • Pain Management services.

 


Required Skills

  • Candidates must have completed High School Diploma/GED.
  • Completion of a Sterile Process Certification Program and current certificate is required.
  • One to two years experience as an Instrument Technician in multiple specialties or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.   
  • Ability to recognize, evaluate, solve problems, and correct errors.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, physicians, vendors, and the public.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptivity to change, creativity, and innovation.

 

 

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