At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Essential Duties:

The Sterile Processing Technician Lead will be responsible for performing the responsibilities outlined in any/all       of the categories below.
  
Site Lead:

Assists in prioritizing processing of instruments and equipment for surgical procedures to facilitate turnover of cases.Anticipates instrument needs for following day and assures sterile processing completion.Performs/assists with daily quality testing on equipment in SPD.Assists in day-to-day activities to include answering phones and daily staff assignment sheet.Communicates closely with staff members concerning instrument requirements and availability.Documents broken instrumentation. Completes documentation as required for instrument sets, etc. May assist in sending broken equipment out for repair.Manages and anticipates next day cases using needs list in instrument trackingMust be able to resolve issues or offer alternatives when necessary.Troubleshoots and responds collaboratively with other departments internally and externally.

SPM/Quality Auditor:

Verify sterilization documentation for accuracy.Track and monitor IUSS loads and documentation.Track and monitor tray errors.Check in vendor trays for the next day cases.Aids in completing in-services for new products or processes.

Preceptor:

Orients and mentors’ new staff.Shares knowledge with co-workers through open communication and continuous upgrading of skills.Conducts random audits on trays assembled by new staff.Conducts first stage re-education with techs on tray errors.Performs real time in-services with SPD staff if needed.Performs Sterile Processing Technician job responsibilities when needed.Serves as a resource by guiding new and current team members to appropriate. resource materials.Assist with annual competency checklist.

 
All roles:

Provides a safe environment for patients and staff through identifying/ correcting/reporting health and safety hazards.Performs special projects.May assist with department supply orders to include participating in facilitating timely ordering of instrumentation, supplies and implants.Willingly accepts assignments and performs effectively on a daily basis. Always communicates in a professional manner.Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the application/use of instrumentation.Follows standard precautions using PPE as required.Serves as a professional role model to staff.Provides positive leadership.Applies and enforces regulations, standards, and hospital policy and procedures pertaining to all areas of sterile processing.Maintains knowledge of operation of all equipment in sterile processing and reports malfunctions to appropriate personnel immediately.Responds in a timely manner via phone, text and email as needed and performs needed follow up.Functions in SPD in a staffing capacity on an as needed bases, including but not limited to assembly, sterilization, and decontamination of instrument trays for ORs.May cover areas in Manager's absence.Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent2 years as a Sterile Processing TechnicianCertification required as CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic human anatomy and medical terminology.Knowledge and understanding of a variety of OR procedures' surgical instruments including working parts and proper inspection.Aptitude for troubleshooting in a high-paced environment.Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards

I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment

I am actively listening and seeking information

I am honest, truthful, and consistent

I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy

I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate

I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork

I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!