Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Sterile Processing Tech Lead? At HCA Florida Capital Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA 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 wellbeing

• 401(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 stock

• Family 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 more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time 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 Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Sterile Processing Tech Lead like you to be a part of our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing all decontamination and sterilization procedures and processes in sterile processing department. Teaches all methods of sterilization, testing and maintenance of equipment and verification of sterility. Properly handles all instrumentation and surgical equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates sterilizers according to standard procedures.

• Cooperates with other sterilization personnel with taking call.

• Practices biohazardous waste separation per policy and procedure.

• Responsible for receiving, sorting, cleaning and sterilizing supplies and equipment.

• Cleans and stores equipment in between usages.

• Reprocesses all instrumentation and trays from the following: Emergency Room, Radiology,

• Respiratory, CVL Lab, Labor and Delivery, Women’s Center OR, Other units as necessary.

• Maintains shelf stock level of storeroom supplies and restock supply carts to par level by ordering from Central Supply.

• Sorts, assembles, and inspects instrument trays reporting all defects/damage and malfunctions.

• Loads and processes washers/decontaminators according to standard procedures.

• Removes and sorts items from washer/decontaminators and assembles items according to standard procedures.

• Processes all items for sterilization and checks all items for package integrity.

• Cleans all equipment and case carts according to standard procedures and check for proper operation.

• Prepares instruments for clean or sterile packaging and stores them.

• Demonstrates ability to process sterile trays and packs using proper testing and chart procedure.

• Maintains logs and documentation for all items sterilized.

• Utilizes heat sealer and peel pack machine according to manufacturer recommendation and/or policy and procedure.

• Keeps sterilization logs current, ensures proper documentation.

• Maintains communication with supervisor, staff and OR services coordinators consistently.

• Inspects trays randomly to insure completeness and make sure all items are in good condition.

• Maintains and updates pick sheets for optimum usage.

• Performs other related functions as assigned.

• Analyzes and informs director of needs for instrumentation.

• Observes staff for efficiency and completeness of processing instrument trays

• Supervises, orients and instructs personnel emphasizing importance of quality in sterile processing.

• Inspects area daily for compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and standards. Takes corrective action when violations occur with input from supervisor.

• Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards for area.

• Maintains open relationship with all department utilizing sterile processing. Gives feedback to departments as needed.

• Supervises and assist with care and maintenance of departmental equipment used in performance of duties. Request maintenance and repair of equipment and maintains records.

• Performs other duties as directed/required.

• Performs random audits for quality of care in preparing surgical instrument trays.

• Serves as a liaison with vendors and reinforces adherence to policies and procedures for consignment instrumentation. Reports deficiencies in compliance.

• Is proactive in developing a network between and within departments.

• Collaborates with internal customers prior to implementing department changes impacting those customers. Gets feedback once change has been implemented.

• Is proactive in exchanging feedback/recognition with staff and director.

• Actively promotes and supports facility’s philosophy, mission, vision and Code of Ethics and

Qualifications:

· High School graduate or GED required

· Completion of an approved Surgical Technologist program

· Previous Perioperative Services experience preferred

· Previous scrubbing experience preferred

· 2 years SPD experience required

HCA 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.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Sterile Processing Tech Lead opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

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.