Instructing the lab & class, teaching the parameters along with workflow efficiency for the Sterile Processing Department. Team building and teamwork for an effective Sterile Processing Technician. Teaching the standards & techniques for students to become a Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician. Placing students at a clinical site for Externship to gain real world hands-on skills to obtain a new career.

• Collaborates with surgical services & all operating room staff• Assist in completion of all institutional regulation reviews, surveys & inspections• Safety and infection control officer• Communicates pertinent information to the appropriate staff in a timely manner• Properly handles and stores sterile supplies, equipment, and instruments• Accesses Doctor preference cards and sets up case carts accordingly• Retrieves, disburses, and tracks medical supplies, surgical… Show more • Collaborates with surgical services & all operating room staff• Assist in completion of all institutional regulation reviews, surveys & inspections• Safety and infection control officer• Communicates pertinent information to the appropriate staff in a timely manner• Properly handles and stores sterile supplies, equipment, and instruments• Accesses Doctor preference cards and sets up case carts accordingly• Retrieves, disburses, and tracks medical supplies, surgical supplies and patient/medical equipment to theproper department in a quality and timely manner• Promotes a positive work environment by practicing great communication, diversity awareness and teamwork• Ordering supplies & upkeep SPD inventory management• Assist in orientation and training of all new SPD staff, on-site preceptor for SPD students• Lead Sterile Processing Technician in charge of daily operations & schedule management for SPD• Report’s instrument/equipment malfunction to materials supervisor to coordinate replacement or repairs• Takes responsibility for ensuring that loaner sets & trays are available and sterile as required by IFU’s• Report discrepancies, problems and concerns to management using proper chain of command• Consistently follows OR Preference card system procedures for preference/pick ticket lists• Identifies, assembles, and disassembles all instrument sets & trays with strict attention to detail• Demonstrates proficiency in all functions relating to the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes• Accurately documented daily charts & logs for sterilization, routine cleaning of department & quarterly reports• High volume Surgery Center with Endoscopy suite & 5 operating rooms, 600-900 cases monthly Show less