Sterile Processing Technician - Surgical Services - FT - Days - MRH

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Receives, cleans, sterilizes and stores surgical instruments and equipment.
** Monday -- Friday with weekend rotations; 1 year of SPD experience preferred **

Responsibilities:

Recommends automation to decrease discrepancies. Conducts audits on PO transactions to ensure compliance and accuracy. Maintains knowledge of updates related to ERP, GHX, and other tools to ensure maximization of efficiencies and effectiveness.Assists Director of Supply Chain (Procurement) and Managers with training and planning of system-wide Supply Chain activities. Supports special projects and performs other duties as assigned.Supports Coordinators in management of multi-year POs to ensure proactive stance in renewal to avert discrepancies and disruption of supply delivery or services. Serves as backup to Procurement Coordinators, when applicable.Reviews performance metrics and collaborates with Director and Managers of Procurement to apply results to enhance outcomes. Aids in the balancing and precision of procurement processes. Contributes to the creation of policies, procedures, education and training documents for staff guidance and usage.Monitors and assists the Coordinators in maintaining required metrics, goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs).Collaborates with internal and external departments on training requirements. Ensures staff members are trained in accordance with their assigned duties, including, by not limited to, ERP and other applications.Attends conferences for continued education and market intelligence.Serves as liaison and resource for internal and external departments. Collaborates with Accounts Payable, Coordinators and suppliers to meet net payment terms. Promotes transparency and accuracy of invoices to enable optimal outcomes and process driven results.Supports preparation activities for Disaster Preparedness.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EQUIPMENT STERILIZATION, HAND HYGIENE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: One (1) year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred. Other Information: Successful completion of a recognized training program in Central Sterile Processing preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

•  Bending and Stooping = 0%
•  Climbing = 0%
•  Keyboard Entry = 80%
•  Kneeling = 0%
•  Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
•  Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
•  Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
•  Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
•  Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
•  Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Reaching = 60%
•  Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%
•  Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 0%
•  Running = 0%
•  Sitting = 40%
•  Squatting = 40%
•  Standing = 80%
•  Walking = 80%
•  Audible Speech = 80%
•  Hearing Acuity = 80%
•  Smelling Acuity = 0%
•  Taste Discrimination = 0%
•  Depth Perception = 80%
•  Distinguish Color = 40%
•  Seeing - Far = 80%
•  Seeing - Near = 80%
•  Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
•  Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
•  Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
•  Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
•  Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
•  Asbestos = 0%
•  Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
•  Dust = 60%
•  Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%
•  Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
•  Hazardous Medication = 80%
•  Latex = 60%
•  Computer Monitor = 80%
•  Domestic Animals = 0%
•  Extreme Heat/Cold = 60%
•  Fire Risk = 40%
•  Hazardous Noise = 80%
•  Heating Devices = 80%
•  Hypoxia = 0%
•  Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
•  Magnetic Fields = 0%
•  Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
•  Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%
•  Potential Electric Shock = 40%
•  Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
•  Radiation = 0%
•  Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
•  Unprotected Heights = 0%
•  Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift:

Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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