Sterile Processing Tech Lead

Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Sterile Processing Tech Lead you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Capital Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsHCA Florida Capital Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Sterile Processing Tech Lead where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and QualificationsPosition Summary:The Lead Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, andstoring all reusable surgical instruments for patient care. The Lead Sterile Processing Technician also provides allneeded instruments for surgery and outside departments. . In addition, the Lead Sterile Processing Technician assistswith ongoing training and/or precepting of new and current employees as directed by the supervisor. The Lead SterileProcessing Technician is responsible for ensuring new processes, equipment and other changes are communicatedand/or taught to other Sterile Processing Technicians.Major Responsibilities:· Applies the principles of asepsis to ensure the prevention of infection and maintain optimum patient care.· Demonstrates compliance with the Patient Safety Initiatives, National Patient Safety Goals (i.e. infection control, hand washing, etc.). Follows universal precautions as required by hospital and OSHA policies.· Monitors surgery schedules daily, identifying general, specific and potential needs for all cases.· Inspects, assembles, and tests general and specialty instrumentation for proper functioning. Identifies tray type by contents of instrument tray. Identifies malfunctioning instruments and replaces or reports instruments that need repair or that are missing.· Assembles instrument packs and trays for sterilization. Wraps, seals and accurately labels items that are to be sterilized.· Controls the entire sterilization process. Receives, dsecontaminates, preps, packs, sterilizes, documents, and stores supplies, instruments, and equipment. Ensures compliance with national standards and recommended practices.· Operates and maintains all sterilization equipment, such as autoclaves, ultrasonic washer, and cart washer. Maintains accurate and complete documentation of all washing, sterilization, daily machine testing, proper testing after a repair of machine, temperature, humidity, air pressure, early release of implants, and eye wash station testing.· Decontaminates, reprocesses and maintains flexible endoscopes as needed.· Prepares, assembles and packages all instruments for surgery and other hospital departments.· Prepares surgical sets, instruments, and trays according to prescribed procedures, ensuring that all instrumentation is correct and accurate.· Pulls customized case cart sheets for all surgical procedures and prepares case carts.· Inventories, maintains and supplies OR storage areas, specialty lockers, carts and equipment used.· Responds to instrument needs during surgical cases.· Audits trays for decontamination, washing, assembly, sterilization, implant usage, and instrument count sheets and tracks loaner equipment.· Checks condition of packaging prior to sending to sterile storage, operating room, and/or Nursing Care unit.· Creates and maintains accurate records regarding inventories, instrument set content, sterilized goods, biological test results, sterilization, and washing records for infection control practice.· Maintains proper department temperature, humidity and air pressure parameters.· Attends in-service presentations, including but not limited to infection control, patient safety, quality improvement, SDS and OSHA standards.· Assists in the hiring process by participating in the peer interview process.· Develops orientation manual and assists with orientation of new personnel. Serves as a positive role model and resource for peers.· Meets with new hire Sterile Processing Techs at hospital-wide orientation. Precepts all new Sterile Processing Techs to ensure unit expectations and standards are known and followed.· Ensures new processes, equipment, policies/procedures, etc. are communicated to Sterile Processing Techs promptly.· Leads by example as reflected in positive feedback from patients and staff.· Performs other duties as assigned.· Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.”Education & Experience:Graduate of Sterile Processing Program Required1+ years of experience RequiredSterile Processing Certification RequiredHCA Florida Capital Hospital is your one-stop solution for all your healthcare needs. We are an accredited healthcare facility with over 1,400 skilled employees and 500+ experienced providers. Our 288-bed, acute-care hospital provides 24/7 Emergency Services in Leon and Gadsden Counties. Our facilities include a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health Center, Cancer Center, Chest Pain Center w/PCI-Resuscitation, Family Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Imaging Services, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Orthopedic/Spine Center, Physical Therapy Services, Rehabilitation Center, Stroke Center, Surgical Services, Surgical Weight Loss Center, Network-of-Care Affiliated Physician Practices, and much more. Trust us to give you compassionate care and exceptional service. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Sterile Processing Tech Lead opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.