Sterile Processing Tech FT Evenings at Houston Methodist

OverviewAt Houston Methodist the Sterile Processing Technician position is responsible for decontamination assembly inspecting wrapping and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment for Surgical Services and all ancillary departments which includes working in conjunction with the Operation Room (OR) staff to provide timely sterile products trays and case carts where applicable. The position maintains consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Central Service Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.Houston Methodist StandardPATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVEDRefer to departmental Scope of Service and Provision of Care plans as applicable for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONSProvide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional ethical physical and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth dignity and value.EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET Managing Up Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees experiential journeys to ensure strong communication ease of access to information and a seamless experienceInvolves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobActively supports the organizations vision fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE valuesResponsibilitiesPEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCommunicates with staff from the interprofessional health care team concerning patient safety to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care through effective assignment and shift handoffs using a structured format. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional.Responds positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole and uses problem resolution effectively.Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPerforms decontamination and assembling of basic surgical trays individual instrumentation and equipment utilizing established count sheets. Wraps or contains items appropriately according to size and type of instrument or equipment.Provides timely sterile products trays and case carts by location by following guidance of experienced surgical techs in conjunction with the OR staff.Sterilizes instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed manufacturer instructions for use and according to institutional policies and procedures.Organizes workload utilizing available work time by assisting others and performing additional task as needed. Provides consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUtilizes appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and SDS sheets.Utilizes all department equipment according to manufacturers instructions for use and department policies and protocols.Ensures through visual inspection that trays have completed the quality process according to AAMI standards for patient use.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSelf-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks cleaning the workstation at the end of each shift and minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.Uses department resources efficiently to ensure completeness of trays instruments and equipment according to count sheets; does not waste supplies.GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUnderstands applies and demonstrates industry Sterile Processing standards i.e. Steam ETO and Low Temperature Hydrogen Peroxide.Participates in department projects and Shared Governance committee for department. Follow up on action items as necessary to ensure completion of assignments.Identifies own learning needs consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.QualificationsEDUCATIONHigh School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED verification of homeschool equivalency partial or full completion of post-secondary education etc.)Formal education through a Sterile Processing program preferredWORK EXPERIENCENoneLicense/CertificationLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIREDSterile Processing certification: CRCST or CSPDT KSA/ Supplemental DataKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through on-going skills competency assessments and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking reading and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients physicians family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesIndependently demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through on-going skills competency assessments and performance evaluationsFollows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the Decontamination areaExhibits interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients visitors physicians and co-workersAbility to utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office and electronic instrument tracking system if applicableDemonstrates proper phone etiquette when responding to inquiries made to the departmentMaintains patient and family privacySUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ATTIREUniform YesScrubs YesBusiness professional NoOther (department approved) NoON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selection below.On Call* YesTRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area NoMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany ProfileHouston Methodist Baytown Hospital located 35 miles east of Houston is the areas only full-service hospital offering specialized medical care for patients at every stage in life. This 230-licensed bed hospital with 15 operating rooms and over 1700 employees brings Medical Center excellence and quality care close to East Harris and surrounding counties. Key Skills Freelance Writing,Lab,DCS,Investment,Administration Support,Import & Export Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1