Lead Sterile Processing Technician (SEIU), Full Time, Rotating Shift

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary:

Monitors and evaluates the performance of sterile processing activities in order to ensure quality of work. Processes and sterilizes surgical and hospital instruments and equipment. Assembles surgical instrument sets and trays. Distributes patient care supplies and equipment. This position is represented by SEIU.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST): Required

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques. Ensures that supplies and equipment are used and maintained in a safe, cost-effective manner. Maintains responsibility for accurately and responsively performing a wide range of complex clinical tasks and problems.
• Performs some technical and/or professional duties within department. Follows procedures, selects methods, techniques and analytical approaches. Supports a clinical function or family by performing prep work to assist clinical staff and department or unit management with carrying out daily clinical operations.
• Evaluates performance of department personnel in cooperation with Director. Exercises independent judgment within defined parameters. Makes decisions regarding own work and only elevates the most challenging questions to more senior staff. Works under minimal supervision.
• Performs a variety of confidential clerical duties including, but not limited to, word processing, data entry, typing, filing, answering telephone, photocopying and opening mail. Reviews, checks and/or directs the work of junior staff.
• Provides feedback to Director for annual department budget needs. Provides feedback to Director regarding staffing needs and patterns according to program service. Interviews and recommends candidates for hire. Orients new employees to departmental practices and policies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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