Sterile Processing Technician - Twin Cities Orthopedics

The Sterile Processing (SPD) Technician is responsible for the decontamination and processing of surgical instruments and equipment.

Part-time role (FTE .6), 10:00am - 6:30pm most days, but depending on staffing, rotating shifts between 6am and 6:30pm, Monday - Friday out of our Plymouth location.

Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. We have a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more.

Essential Functions:
*Demonstrates knowledge of processes, procedures, quality assurance, chemicals and medical instruments sufficient to be able to decontaminate, assemble, wrap, and sterilize equipment, supplies, and instruments.
*Demonstrates knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment malfunction.
*Demonstrates knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters.
*Independently follows all cleaning checklists thoroughly and appropriately.
*Initiates cleaning and restocking of all work areas and ordering supplies as necessary.
*Floats readily between all areas of decontamination and sterile processing, providing help as needed.
*Maintains communication with operating room staff.
*Applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions.
*Assists in the procurement and maintenance of department inventory.
*Maintain a clean and safe environment.
*Maintains knowledge of all applicable regulatory standards, including but not limited to AAMI and ANSI standards.
*Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience.
*Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center's established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
*Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).
*Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
*Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of surgery center resources.
*Any and all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:
*High School diploma/GED or equivalent.
*Sterile Processing Tech certification preferred.

*Instrument processing/Sterile processing experience preferred.

Essential Requirements:
Ability to:
*Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
*Complete job required training.
*Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
*Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
*Work in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hours
*Travel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
*Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting and moving of a maximum of 50 pounds may be required
*Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
*Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
*Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
*Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
*Understand and execute a variety of instructions
*Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
*Work independently with minimal supervision
*Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations - Revo Health's Core Values:
*Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
*Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
*Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations
*Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness
*Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions:
*Surgery center setting

Notes
*Revo Health is a management services company that partners with multiple healthcare groups to deliver exceptional patient care. This position will be employed through Revo Health, working closely with Infinite Health Collaborative(i-Health) and its operating divisions.
*Revo Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
*This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.