Job Type: Full time
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthJob Summary:The Lead, Sterile Processing Technician Certified will maintain a consistent high standard in the processing of instruments, patient care equipment and supplies and help assure that the department will meet or exceed the The Joint Commission (JCAHO) requirements in a cost effective manner.  They will maximize utilization of available resources and departmental operations support on assigned shift.  The Lead will process patient charges as determined by the facility.  The Lead will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice.Essential Functions:Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.Applies proper knowledge of various detergents and chemical disinfectants for use in the decontamination and removal of blood, bone, and other body tissues from contaminated surgical equipment. Adheres to standard precautions while performing cleaning and sterilization duties.Inventories, stocks, and delivers supplies, carts, equipment to all facility areas as indicated per facility guidelines. Orders, restocks, labels, and maintains proper inventory levels. Rotates stock, inspecting for outdates per market requirements.Performs and documents quality control aspects of sterile processing using various information technology systems focusing on instrument tracking, surgery schedules, surgeon preference cards, supply ordering and management. Accurately maintains comprehensive quality assurance standards related to sterilization and infection control.Operates and understands various sterilizers and sterilizing techniques required to produce sterile packages for use in the surgical setting keeping package assembly aseptic protocols in mind. Monitors sterilization regularly ensuring quality assurance through chemical and biological indicators and integrators.Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Education:High School Diploma or GED (required)Required Licensing & Certifications:One of the following is required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required)Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (preferred)Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (preferred)Experience:2 years’ experience (required)5 years' experience (preferred)Skills & Abilities:Ability to Follow InstructionsAble to Work IndependentlyAble to work under pressureAnatomyAnticipate NeedsAseptic TechniquesAttention to detailsCommunicationCommunication with multi-levelsComputer skillsCritical ThinkingHIPAAInfection ControlKnowledge of AAMI RecommendationsMove with a sense of urgencyPossess Surgical ConsciencePreceptorProfessionalismSelf-DirectedSterile processing workflowTakes DirectionTeamworkTraining:EPIC (preferred)Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift: Nights (United States of America)Department: Central Sterile - Anderson - Central Supply Sterile ProcessingAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for  Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com