Newton-Wellesley Hospital
SPD Instrument Coordinator/ 40hr Nights- Sterile Processing
Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Newton, Massachusetts, United States, 02165
Overview
Job Summary: SPD personnel ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and established industry standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission, and critical goals of the organization into their job performance. The Instrument Coordinator organizes workflow and prioritizes processes to meet the surgical schedule; processes, inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instrumentation, loaner equipment, and supplies for the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department and throughout the hospital; performs chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment. Must be able to perform all duties in accordance with the NWH Policies and Procedures. International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) and/or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) standards and procedures should be understood and followed. Responsible for obtaining and maintaining CRCST or CBSPD certification at all times during employment. Responsibilities
Prioritize instrument decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and surgical case picking based on assessment of instrument requirements for the surgical schedule. Assist and collaborate with the Operating Room staff in the revision of surgical instrument kits. Act as a resource for technicians for instrument identification, kit assembly, and other department processes. Act as preceptor in the orientation, training, and evaluation of new staff, clinical students, and volunteers. Manage loaner instrumentation process. Monitor total joint and other consignment instrumentation for completeness. Verify sterilization cycles, biological tests, and associated documentation. Complete daily shift report; actively participate and communicate status and updates to other shifts. Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon-specific preference cards, prioritize and set up case carts in Operating Room according to the surgical schedule. Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment. Leak test, evaluate, clean/disinfect, and process flexible endoscopes. Inspect instrumentation, ensure proper function, assemble instrument kits, and prepare instruments/kits for sterilization. Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment. Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment. Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments. Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner. Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes. Utilize a variety of computer systems and applications. Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor; act as charge person when necessary. Maintain CRCST or CBSPD certification status by accumulating continuing education units to meet status criteria. May rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed. Performs all other duties as needed. GI Principal Duties and Essential Functions
Room setup to include opening rooms: OFP (scope flush), CO2, suction. Review daily assignment: assigned to rooms, decontamination, or reprocessing. Obtain Clean Cart system and set up scopes for the shift; identify gastroscope vs colonoscope (C=adult colon, PCF=Pedi colonoscope). Scopes are kept in a closed, dry room with card access and access to a specialized drying closet. Blue cart transports scopes to procedure rooms; green covered tray includes scope and Endo kits. Set up scope; sign on to computer and ProVation MD; verify patient details and document information such as PCP and scope number. Maintain HIPAA standards; use proper PPE; attach patient stickers to scope tray and Aegis indicator sticker as required. Check oral suction use with upper endoscopy. Dispose of empty water bottles and dirty cannisters; manage daily endoscopy system maintenance. Dispose of dirty canisters and replace; flush Environ-mate with enzymatic solution daily, then with water; flush with bleach solution and water; leave system and wall suction on and clamp tubing weekly. Sign off computer and turn off monitor; remove used gowns to dirty utility room in the recovery area. Stock rooms at the end of the day following par levels. Performs all other duties as needed. Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Effective written and verbal communications skills required. Successful completion of Central Processing Technology Course or Surgical Technician Program required. Experience: At least four (4) years of sterile processing experience performing all Sterile Processing functions within an operative setting. Endoscopy experience preferred. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing/Distribution Tech (CSPDT) or equivalent required. Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organization, operations, people management, and problem solving skills. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand medical terminology. Working knowledge of computer programs; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and exposure to instrument tracking software. EPIC and CSIQ/SPM knowledge preferred. Ability to multi-task is critical. Fiscal/ Supervisory: Charge responsibility in absence of manager or supervisor. Physical Environment and Standards: Describe the physical demands and environment as per original description, ensuring clarity without unnecessary formatting. Additional Information
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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Job Summary: SPD personnel ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and established industry standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission, and critical goals of the organization into their job performance. The Instrument Coordinator organizes workflow and prioritizes processes to meet the surgical schedule; processes, inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instrumentation, loaner equipment, and supplies for the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department and throughout the hospital; performs chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment. Must be able to perform all duties in accordance with the NWH Policies and Procedures. International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) and/or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) standards and procedures should be understood and followed. Responsible for obtaining and maintaining CRCST or CBSPD certification at all times during employment. Responsibilities
Prioritize instrument decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and surgical case picking based on assessment of instrument requirements for the surgical schedule. Assist and collaborate with the Operating Room staff in the revision of surgical instrument kits. Act as a resource for technicians for instrument identification, kit assembly, and other department processes. Act as preceptor in the orientation, training, and evaluation of new staff, clinical students, and volunteers. Manage loaner instrumentation process. Monitor total joint and other consignment instrumentation for completeness. Verify sterilization cycles, biological tests, and associated documentation. Complete daily shift report; actively participate and communicate status and updates to other shifts. Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon-specific preference cards, prioritize and set up case carts in Operating Room according to the surgical schedule. Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment. Leak test, evaluate, clean/disinfect, and process flexible endoscopes. Inspect instrumentation, ensure proper function, assemble instrument kits, and prepare instruments/kits for sterilization. Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment. Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment. Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments. Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner. Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes. Utilize a variety of computer systems and applications. Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor; act as charge person when necessary. Maintain CRCST or CBSPD certification status by accumulating continuing education units to meet status criteria. May rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed. Performs all other duties as needed. GI Principal Duties and Essential Functions
Room setup to include opening rooms: OFP (scope flush), CO2, suction. Review daily assignment: assigned to rooms, decontamination, or reprocessing. Obtain Clean Cart system and set up scopes for the shift; identify gastroscope vs colonoscope (C=adult colon, PCF=Pedi colonoscope). Scopes are kept in a closed, dry room with card access and access to a specialized drying closet. Blue cart transports scopes to procedure rooms; green covered tray includes scope and Endo kits. Set up scope; sign on to computer and ProVation MD; verify patient details and document information such as PCP and scope number. Maintain HIPAA standards; use proper PPE; attach patient stickers to scope tray and Aegis indicator sticker as required. Check oral suction use with upper endoscopy. Dispose of empty water bottles and dirty cannisters; manage daily endoscopy system maintenance. Dispose of dirty canisters and replace; flush Environ-mate with enzymatic solution daily, then with water; flush with bleach solution and water; leave system and wall suction on and clamp tubing weekly. Sign off computer and turn off monitor; remove used gowns to dirty utility room in the recovery area. Stock rooms at the end of the day following par levels. Performs all other duties as needed. Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Effective written and verbal communications skills required. Successful completion of Central Processing Technology Course or Surgical Technician Program required. Experience: At least four (4) years of sterile processing experience performing all Sterile Processing functions within an operative setting. Endoscopy experience preferred. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing/Distribution Tech (CSPDT) or equivalent required. Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organization, operations, people management, and problem solving skills. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand medical terminology. Working knowledge of computer programs; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and exposure to instrument tracking software. EPIC and CSIQ/SPM knowledge preferred. Ability to multi-task is critical. Fiscal/ Supervisory: Charge responsibility in absence of manager or supervisor. Physical Environment and Standards: Describe the physical demands and environment as per original description, ensuring clarity without unnecessary formatting. Additional Information
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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