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Mass General Brigham

Sterile Processing Tech II/ Per-diem days- Sterile Processing

Mass General Brigham, Newton, Massachusetts, United States, 02165

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Overview

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance its mission. This Per Diem Sterile Processing Technician II role supports evenings and weekends at all three Main SPD locations: OSC and GI, located at 2014 Washington Street, Boston, MA. Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician II ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and industry standards. The technician disassembles, cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes sterile instruments, flexible scopes and supplies used in the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department, and throughout the hospital; performs chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment. Responsibilities

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 for cleanliness and proper functioning. Assemble surgical instruments and kits utilizing kit assembly information. Package, wrap, and prepare kit/instrument loads 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. Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon specific preference cards. Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes. Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor. Utilize a variety of computer systems; EPIC and CSIQ/SPM knowledge is preferred. Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers. May rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed. Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of Central Processing Technology Course required. Effective written and verbal communications skills required. Experience: At least two (2) years of sterile processing experience required, performing all Sterile Processing functions within an operative setting. License/Registration: Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing/Dist Tech (CSPDT) or equivalent required. Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates proper preparation of instruments for sterilization; knowledge of steam sterilization, Sterrad low temp sterilization, endoscope processing, and related record-keeping; proper cleaning, disinfection, and decontamination techniques; ability to work with operating room case provisioning; participation in department quality improvement processes. Existing knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM is preferred. Additional Details

Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 2014 Washington Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Employee Type: Per Diem Work Shift: Rotating Pay Range: $21.78 - $31.08/Hourly Grade: 5 EEO Statement: Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants and employees with disabilities; contact Human Resources for accommodation needs. Note: This description reflects Mass General Brigham’s competency framework and provides context for leadership and performance expectations within the organization.

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