Lead Sterile Processing Tech, Full-time, Evenings at University of Maryland Medical System in Easton, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

This position is full-time, evening shift 3-11pm




JOB SUMMARY:



Functions as a Sterile Processing technician and provides general oversight of Sterile Processing department team members for departmental processes related to the following: Receives, decontaminates and processes instrumentation and equipment used in the hospital and various outside agencies, as well as the documentation of those processes. Supports System and Nursing Strategic Plans, Relationship-Based Care, and Shared Leadership.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Assists manager and coordinator in determining work priorities for the shift and assures that all tasks are accomplished in a timely manner by directing efficient workflow for team.


• Monitors staff adherence to protocols and daily practice as part of ongoing quality assurance; corrects, provides and documents appropriate training as needed. Refers issues out of scope to coordinator and manager.


• Assists with orientation and training of new sterile processing personnel and other personnel on assigned shift as directed.


• Is the point of contact for the Operating Room in the absence of the Sterile Processing manager or coordinator.


• Decontamination of equipment and carts (crash or isolation) returned from the Nursing units.


• Retrieving soiled instruments from the Nursing units.


• Decontamination of instrumentation received from areas within the hospital and outside agencies.


• Sealing decontamination boxes and making new ones as needed (DGH only).


• Ordering of supplies needed to fulfill job responsibilities.


• Assemble soft goods for sterilization.


• Stock crash cart after use and return to pharmacy.


• Stock isolation carts.


• Run Bowie Dick and biological tests, and record appropriately.


• Count, wrap and process instrumentation for sterilization.


• Document accurately processing information of loads.


• Restock carts as needed to include isolation, crash, specialty, etc.


• Provide and maintain a clean work environment on a daily basis.


• Functions cooperatively as a team member. Responds as directed by the Charge Nurse to the changing needs of patients and the unit.


• Offers support and feedback to peers and staff. Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients and families and with colleagues.


• Seeks and supports opportunities for professional growth and development.


• Serves as coach and mentor for less experienced colleagues.


• Offers consistent and visible support to team members.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Manual.


• Responds to the following Shore Health System codes: Code Pink (when called), Code Red (when called) and Code Yellow (when called).


• Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.


• Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.


• Ensures accuracy in the medication process, including, transport, storage, security, and/or administration of medications to include IV solutions.


• Performs related duties as assigned.

Company Description
At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.


Qualifications

• High school diploma and a minimum of 2 years' experience as a Sterile Processing technician is required.


• Certification in Sterile Processing from a recognized association including but not limited to IAHCSMM or CBSPD is required.

Additional Information
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