Job Summary: Incumbent decontaminates, operationally inspects, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes surgical instrumentation, implants, supplies, and equipment throughout the medical center. Incumbent maintains documentation related to these duties and assists in the training of other Sterile Processing Technicians. Incumbent pulls needed supplies and instruments for next day cases or emergent cases (E-Cases) by utilizing OR preference cards picklists. Performs all tasks necessary to prepare and maintain accurate surgical Case Carts. Incumbent operates and maintains sterilization equipment, decontamination equipment, and computer systems related to these duties. This position requires the flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
% of time | Essential Function (Yes/No) |
Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor) |
| 50 | Yes | Assemble and package OR, clinic, endoscopic and house instrument sets. Identifies, inspects & assembles specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopic instruments per manufactures guidelines, specifications on electronic count sheets, professional standards and other documentation for a variety of surgical specialties under minimal supervision. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality, sterility and cleanliness. Utilizes the SPD Information system appropriately for tasks and adheres to Medical Center and departmental policies and procedures. |
| 15 | Yes | Decontaminate surgical procedure instrument sets following manufacturers guidelines, protocols established by electronic count sheets, professional standards and other documentation from a variety of surgical specialties under minimal supervision. Inspects, disassembles, sorts, cleans and processes reusable instrumentation through the competent utilization of a variety of cleaners, disinfectants, and machinery. Utilizes the SPD Information system appropriately for tasks and adheres to Medical Center and departmental policies and procedures. Maintain appropriate records of receipt and disinfection of key instruments and equipment |
| 10 | Yes | Operates and maintains sterilization equipment according to manufactures guidelines, established protocols and professional standards. Maintains accurate sterilization records, selects appropriate methods of sterilization, verifies that sterilization parameters have been met before the release of load. Properly loads and unloads sterilizer carts. Utilizes the SPD Information system appropriately for the tasks and in adherence to Medical Center and departmental procedures. Packages sterilizer loads and maintains documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting. |
| 15 | Yes | Gathers needed supplies and instruments for next day cases or Emergent cases (E-Cases) by utilizing the OR preference cards picklists. Performs all tasks necessary to prepare and maintain accurate surgical Case Carts.
Coordinates with operating room staff to ensure that proper supplies for each case are delivered. Identifies and notifies appropriate personnel of inventory or supply shortages. Dispense sterile supplies to appropriate locations throughout the Medical Center. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Maintain documentation related to material dispensation including logs, schedules, and electronic systems. Utilize the SPD Information system appropriately for the tasks and according to Medical Center and departmental procedures. |
| 10 | Yes | Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Assists other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above. Functions as a resource for SPD Tech ts, newly hired SPD Techs and agency contracted SPD Tech staff including task orientation, process flow and facility layout. |
| 100% |
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ability to safely move heavy trays and equipment, lifting up to 50 pounds, and stand for prolonged periods of time
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Current Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST), IAHCSMM or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), CBSPD
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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