Lead Sterile Processing Tech, Quality & Education
CHOC Children'sWork Location Orange, California Work Shift Day – 10hrs (United States of America) Why CHOC? At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you. Environmental Sustainability Statement Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety. Job Summary The Sterile Processing Technician Lead performs and monitors a variety of duties in relation to decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays and sets, case carts, equipment, maintains sterilization logs, instrument tracking system and supply inventory in the sterile processing unit without direct supervision. Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment. Participates in and monitors distribution of supplies to customers while maintaining excellent customer service. Responsible for managing shifts and staff on that shift. Participates in performance evaluations for staff. Pay Range Minimum $26.73 Midpoint $35.41 Maximum $44.10 Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements. Experience Required: Minimum two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience. At least one (1) year of experience in training and orientation of new staff. Preferred: Five (5) years of Sterile Processing experience. Education Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent. Preferred: Associate degree in Business or Healthcare related field. Coursework in medical terminology, human anatomy, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, disinfection, instrument assembly and packaging, high-level sterilization, biological testing, and inventory management and distribution. Training Required: Technician Certification within 6 months to 1 year of employment. (CSPDS or IAHCSMM). Operating knowledge of sterilization standards, autoclave operations and biological monitoring. Specialized Skills Required: Proficient in verbal and written English with excellent telephone and customer service skills. Ability to deal with multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment. Basic skills and knowledge of computer use and instrument tracking system. Possession of attributes exhibiting leadership, self-motivation, and team work. Previous precepting in a hospital setting and demonstrated leadership program. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations, effectively solve complex patient care and organizational problems, role model positive and professional behavior. Licensure Required: RQI Responder - American Heart Association - Required within six (6) months of hire/transfer; Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - certification to be obtained within six (6) months to one (1) year of employment. Preferred: International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM). Work Environments - Functional Demand: Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-…