Sterile Processing Tech II PRN

Department:

37719 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Sterile Processing Services

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

PRN 3rd shift

Major Responsibilities:

• Performance of Assembly/Packaging/Wrapping. The Surgical Processing Specialist is accountable for the instrument assembly and preparation function which includes inspection and assembly of instrumentation sets used in the Operating Room as well as other departments in the hospital, or affiliated clinics.
  •     1)Examines surgical instrumentation for cleanliness, proper assembly, and proper performance.
  •     2)Instruments which need to be repaired, or sharpened are removed from service, and replaced.
  •     3)Instruments removed from service are communicated to the third party repair service as soon as possible.
  •     4)When necessary, new instruments are ordered by the manager to complete a surgical tray set.
  •     5)Assembles instrument sets, ensuring that the correct number and type of instruments are present, as described in the set count sheet approved by nursing and available in the SPD computer system or in a paper manual.
  •     6)Instruments are appropriately placed in the tray, to facilitate easy removal, and to prevent damage to the instruments or the wrapping.
  •     7)Follows established procedures to package and/or wrap the tray/items for terminal sterilization.
  •     8)Tests all instrumentation for correct function following established procedures (including manufacturer's recommendations) each time the instrument is processed.
  •     9)Perform electrical tests for all instrumentation that has an insulation coating each time that instrument is processed.
• Performance of Sterilization. The SPD Specialist Tech is accounatble for the the most technically complex function in CPD. Sterilization and the maintenance of sterility, as well as the specific procedures that must be followed are required in this accountability. The importance of ensuring that all items marked “sterile” are in fact sterile cannot be over-emphasized. It is imperative that technicians apply knowledge of AAMI standards and the factors that affect the process of sterilization.
  •     1)Assembles test packs for the purpose of monitoring the function of the sterilizers on a daily basis (i.e. chemical and biological monitors)
  •     2)Labels each item in the sterilizer load with the correct load label, and whenever possible with the computerized label describing the name of the contents, time and date of preparation, set number and name of preparer.
  •     3)Observes and assess the operation of each sterilizer for each cycle by reviewing and initialing each data tape for each load.
  •     4)Documents what type and how many of each item is processed in every load, using the computerized system whenever possible.
  •     5)Associate is responsible for alerting management and engineering immediately when any deficiency in the sterlizer performance is noted. This communication is documented in the change of shift log.
  •     6)Positions each item on the sterilization cart appropriately to ensure proper sterilization processing.
  •     7)Includes biological challenge pack or other applicable indicator of sterility as per protocol when using steam sterilization and any load containing implantables.
• Decontamination of Patient Care Equipment. The decontamination function encompasses cleaning and disinfecting of reusable instruments, supplies and equipment used in surgical patient care. This process is pivotal to breaking the disease transmission chain and this is essential to infection control and sterility assurance. The Surgical Processing Specialist is responsible for performing the above consistent with established guidelines and protocols.
  •     1)Wears proper protective attire when performing decontamination.
  •     2)Sets up decontamination equipment for operation and ensures proper functioning and continuous work flow throughout shift.
  •     3)Follows