SPD Tech I I FT I Evenings I Germantown
- Category
- Surgical Services
- Job Type
- Full time
- Job ID
- R-15525
If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!
We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
A Brief Overview
Performs daily activities for cleaning, decontamination, packaging, sterilizing and storing of surgical instruments and supplies. Maintains inventory levels and ensures proper care and operation of equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
- Performs activities for the decontamination, assembly, packaging, processing, and sterilization of surgical instruments according to standards.
- Stocks and replenishes supplies and equipment.
- Maintains and ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques in accordance with regulatory guidelines and infection control procedures.
- Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
Education/Formal Training Requirements
- Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
Work Experience Requirements
- Preferred - No prior work experience
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
- Required - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
- Preferred - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, infection control requirements, and surgical procedures and instruments is preferred.
- Must be competent to perform all job functions by the end of orientation.
- Ability to understand and perform basic principles of infection control and aseptic technique.
- Exhibit manual dexterity and speed in performing assembly line tasks.
- Ability to communicate promptly, clearly and accurately in both written and oral form.
- Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.
- Work requires the ability to read and understand complex instructions and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
- May be required to float to other locations as needed.
Supervision Provided by this Position
- There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.
Physical Demands
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
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