What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician Lead position at Advocate Aurora Health?
Major Responsibilities:
- Assembles general and specialty instruments and sets
- Leadership Behaviors
- Decontamination of General and Specialty instruments and sets
- Implementation of Quality Improvement Ideas to Enhance Operation and Team Function
- Oversees Inventory of supplies and instruments.
- Support and supervision of staff to assure efficient utilization of staff activities.
Education/Experience Required:
- -High school diploma. -2-3 years SPD experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- -Ability to communicate and follow directions. -Computer skills. -Experienced in operating sterilization and monitoring equipment.
- Certified Sterile Processing Tech
Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:
- -ETO exposure. -Exposure to blood/body fluids. -Heavy lifting 30-40lbs. -Hepatitis vaccination at hire. -TB testing yearly. -Ability to respond quickly to emergent situations. -Strength/dexterity to handle surgical instruments/equipment -Ability to access all areas of the department -Ability to physical respond to fire, trauma disaster and ETO codes. -Ability to be on call for emergency situations.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
