Hoag Health System · 13 hours ago
Instrument Technician - Sterile Processing (SPD)
Newport Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelHoag Health System is a healthcare organization seeking an Instrument Technician for their Sterile Processing department. The role involves the care, cleaning, handling, and reprocessing of instruments and equipment, as well as coordination and assembly of surgery case carts to ensure proper sterilization and inventory management.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Operates Decontamination equipment according to established Policy and Procedures and Manufacturer guidelines. Decontaminates and cleans instruments and equipment adhering to hospital policies for universal precautions
Inspects instruments and equipment to insure proper functioning, and notifies supervisor of unserviceable items
Assembles and wraps trays for sterilization following established procedures for completeness, labeling, and documentation
Loads and operates sterilizers according to established policies and procedures, documents the contents and processing information according to departmental policy
Performs quality assurance monitors and documentation for sterilization, including Bowie Dick, biological testing, chemical indicators, according to established policies and procedures
Communicates in timely manner with end user departments when sterilization or supplies are delayed or when a delay is anticipated so that alternative measures can be implemented to support other department’s requirements for sterile instruments or supplies
Performs assigned cleaning duties as scheduled to insure a clean and orderly environment
Accurately completes inventory lists for trays and surgeon preference cards, signs, and dates
Responds to requests from OR rooms with urgency and by priority
Anticipates OR nurses needs to prevent any problems from occurring
Writes self-evaluation and is able to recognize areas for growth and improvement. Participates with SPD Manager to plan realistic goals
Works at establishing a good rapport and good working relationship with departments and interdepartmental personnel
Participates in quality improvement activities for departmental and section specific processes
Exercises authority when appropriate, recognizing needs and directing activities to departmental advantage. Uses initiative to resolve problems with appropriate action and follow through, including documentation for Performance Improvement
Consistent scanning in SQ.Track
Consistent log-in/log-out of systems, including but not limited to SQ.Track
Ensure that quality patient care is delivered to all patients on a 24-hour basis, and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and the philosophy and goals of Hoag
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of surgical terminology, instrumentation, and supplies
Basic computer skills
Sterile processing experience
Demonstrates effective communication, interpersonal skills, organizational ability, knowledge of proper body mechanics, safety measures and infection prevention
Ability to follow instructions and knowledge of section specific test information and instrumentation may be required
Preferred
HSPA CRCST certification (Certification for levels 4 and 5 required) or CBSPD certification
Company
Hoag Health System
Hoag is a nonprofit, regional health care delivery system in Orange County, California.
Founded in 1952
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Robert Braithwaite
President and Chief Executive Officer
Eric Cheung
Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel, Senior Vice President
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