SPD TECH

The Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies, instrumentation, and equipment dispensed by the department throughout the hospital. Prepares equipment and ensures the proper handling and storage of supplies, equipment, and instrumentation. Participates on special projects and departmental performance improvement projects as requested. Performs related clerical functions. 

Provides hospital and affiliate facilities with processed materials, instrumentation, and equipment ensuring proper decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, and packaging of medical/surgical equipment to standards. Maintains sterile and functioning supply of surgical equipment. Maintains complete knowledge of instrumentation and equipment used for sterilization, biologicals, protocols, and supplies. Ensures infection control procedure compliance. Performs all SPD/CST duties in compliance with applicable policies, regulations, and standards of AAMI/AORN.

Ensures proper functioning, care, and use of clinical equipment, supplies, and instrumentation. Performs quality checks, troubleshoots, and ensures appropriate inventory and storage. Assists in receiving and following up on supply deliveries. Orients and trains others, as assigned.

Accurately prepares documents, forms, and reports, and completes ad hoc projects in a timely manner. Establishes and maintains effective filing systems, provides excellent department telephone coverage, and completes additional clerical duties as assigned. Ensures the work area is clean, clutter-free, and organized.

Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking ownership for work and proactive decision-making. Demonstrates excellent customer service at all times. Ensures patient privacy and dignity.