Sterile Process Lead

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. 

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.  

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: 

• Clinical quality 
• Integrity 
• Service excellence 
• Teamwork 
• Accountability 
• Continuous improvement 
• Inclusion 

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.    

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. 

Responsibilities

The Sterile Processing Lead will have experience in delivering excellent service to physicians and patients and participating in high-performing teams. Must exemplify our organization’s values of Quality, Teamwork, Service and Community. The Sterile Processing Lead understands and follows infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Lead coordinates daily processes and flow to collect, clean, decontaminate, disinfect and/or sterilize surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices, and patient care equipment according to established standards and procedures. The Sterile Processing Lead facilitates safe and effective care instrumentation, ensuring that the sterile processing environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that quality issues are addressed in a timely manner. Encourage professional development of the team and ensures that facility resources are being used appropriately while avoiding wasteful practices.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Supports the facility’s ideology, mission, goals, and objectives.
• Performs in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.
• Recognizes patient’s rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties.
• Participates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, and activities.
• Uses facility resources appropriately and avoids wasteful practices.
• Works with the infection prevention nurse/practitioner regarding practices for sterile processing.
• Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures.
• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes each item according to manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines.
• Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedure.
• Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date as appropriate.
• Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment. Positions items correctly in sterilizer or washer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed.
• Checks equipment indicators for proper functioning.
• Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedure.
• Maintains availability of recording supplies for continuity of recording throughout the sterilization process.
• Maintains inventory levels and accurate records.
• Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary.
• Receives, stocks, packages, and distributes medical instruments.
• Properly disposes of biohazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste and unusable equipment and supplies
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area.
• Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory list.
• Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources.
• Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area – shelves, counters, equipment, etc.
• Collaborates with ASC team members to update and maintain surgeon preference cards.
• Communication
• Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
• Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner.
• Answers the phone as needed throughout the center.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent
• Sterile processing or operating room experience required
• Certified as CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribition Technician) or CRST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician).

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to learn new skills in a timely manner, absorbing details and applying learned skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations under pressure.
• Demonstrates ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills to include keyboarding, mouse movement and data entry skills to enter information into practice management and HER.
• Able to effectively organize and prioritize tasks to complete assignments within the time allotted and maintain standard workflow.
• Ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner.
• Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.
• Verbal/written communication and active listening skills; including excelled interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to accept, implement, and evaluate change.

USD $28.00/Hr. USD $36.00/Hr.