Submission for the position: Sterile Processing Technician 2 - BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE : Job Details

JOB SUMMARYThe Sterile Processing Technician 2 performs a variety of duties associated with cleaning, sterilization, processing, organizing and distributing patient equipment, instruments, supplies and products used in the care and treatment of patients. May serve as a resource to Sterile Processing Technician 1 staff.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEPrepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies for specified departments.Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers and patient equipment using detergents and disinfectant solutions under regulatory standards and internal policies and procedures. Operates semi automatic and automatic sterilization equipment and washers.Inventories, orders, replenishes and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies for general supplies and surgical carts.Maintains and controls inventory. Maintains applicable records and files.Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.Joins in providing in service training.Serves as a resource and helps in training and mentoring level 1 Sterile Processing staff.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSKnowledge of equipment and instrument sterilization methods and procedures required.Knowledge of basic medical terminology.Relational and communications skills with ability to interact effectively with patients and staff.Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.BENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the followingImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%Tuition ReimbursementPTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or levelQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED EquivalentEXPERIENCE - 1 Year of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -Cer Board Sterile Prcng & Dist (CBSPD), Cert Reg Central Service Tech (CRCST), Cert Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT), Cert Surgical Technologist (CST): Must have one of the following:Certified Board Sterile Processing & Dist (CBSPD), orCertified Reg Central Service Tech (CRCST), orCertified Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT)Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).