North Central Surgical Center is seeking a qualified STERILE PROCESSING TECH (SPD) for the Operating Room: 

• SEASONAL
• COMMITMENT: 12 WEEKS
• $54.00 PER HOUR
• $2,000 BONUS PAID UPON COMPLETION

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• Completion bonus is to be paid after completing 12 consecutive weeks of employment while meeting all shift requirements during that time period. Only one (1) completion bonus will be paid per the 12-week commitment.
• All seasonal RNs are required to work a minimum of 72 hours per pay period during the seasonal period.
• Four (4) weekend shifts are required for each 4-week schedule period.
• During the 12-week period, the employee must work one (1) holiday shift (defined by Department Manager or designee).
• Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call-off. There is no guarantee of hours by the hospital.
• Seasonal Staff will not be eligible for benefits, except 401k.
• Current North Central employees are not eligible to join the Seasonal program.
• Current USPI employees are not eligible to join the Seasonal program.

DUTIES

1. Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
2. Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures
3. Inspects equipment / instruments for proper working condition
4. Maintains equipment / instrumentation according to manufactures recommendations
5. Accurately labels / dates sterilized equipment / instruments
6. Maintains availability of instruments and equipment to avoid delays
7. Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy
8. Correctly operates decontamination equipment, autoclaves, Steris equipment
9. Performs required biological chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to policy and procedure.
10. Performs checks for outdated items or package integrity.
11. Keeps instrument racks in organized manner
12. Maintains adequate supplies for the sterile processing area
13. Coordinates and implements AMI standards for the sterilization of instruments and supplies.
14. Performs other tasks and duties as assigned in an efficient, effective and cost conscious manner, complying with USPI’s policies, procedures and regulations.

Required Skills

• MUST BE A CERTIFIED STERILE PROCESSING AND DISTRIBUTION TECHNICIAN.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2-3 years ‘experience as Instrument Room Technician.
• Experience with all types of sterilizers.
• Knows operating room instrumentation.
• Organized in setting up operating room instrument tray.
• Understands operation of steam/ gravity sterilizer.
• Understands Sterrad sterilizers.
• Ability to prepare reports and keep records.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.

Required Experience

• MUST BE A CERTIFIED STERILE PROCESSING AND DISTRIBUTION TECHNICIAN.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2-3 years ‘experience as Instrument Room Technician.
• Experience with all types of sterilizers.
• Knows operating room instrumentation.
• Organized in setting up operating room instrument tray.
• Understands operation of steam/ gravity sterilizer.
• Understands Sterrad sterilizers.
• Ability to prepare reports and keep records.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.