What are the responsibilities and job description for the STERILE PROCESSING TECH, NON-CERTIFIED position at Duke?
Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
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JOB LOCATION:
Duke GI-Endoscopy at Brier Creek – Raleigh, NC
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Sterile Processing Technician, Non-Certified in our Duke GI-Endoscopy at Brier Creek clinic located in Raleigh, NC.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cleans, decontaminates, assembles, and disinfects scope trays and equipment following established tray lists and manufacture's recommendations.
- Maintains communication with customers and departments regarding requests and delivery of sterile supplies.
- Promotes best practice by demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care.
- Performs assigned duties to maintain unit in a state of survey readiness and maintain quality initiatives. For example quality control measures, emergency equipment checks, and department cleanliness.
- Uses the computerized instrument tracking system in the performance of assigned duties, obtaining instrument count sheets, obtaining special handling instructions for instrumentation documenting sterilization loads, and other assigned tasks.
- Adheres to unit programs to support patient care such as maintaining a quiet environment and customer service.
- Efficient and punctual distribution of case carts, equipment, and stat supplies to the OR and Maintain sterility and or cleanliness according to hospital protocol.
- Maintain accurate log for equipment out for repair.
- Tests operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and reports problems to appropriate leadership.
- Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g. shelves, counters, equipment)
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or GED graduation required. Employees hired before 2/18/19 are not required to have high school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
- Working knowledge of computer required. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and care/cleaning strongly preferred; knowledge of sterile techniques preferred.
- Certification in Sterile Processing and/or Technology required within 2 years of hire date - CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA). Employees hired before 2/18/2019 are not required to obtain certification.
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts.
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.
