Central Sterile Supply Technician (SPD)

Job Description

Job Description:

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential opportunity for a civilian Central Sterile Supply Technician (SPD) at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia.

• Full-time opportunity, Monday through Friday
• Employee status 
• Eligible for a full complement of benefits to include Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, 11 paid Federal Holidays and more!

Job Requirements:

• Degree: Certificate
• Education: Completion of a central sterile supply training course.
• Certification: Current certification by the International Association of Healthcare
• Central Services Materials Management or current certification by the National Institute of Health Care Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive, disassemble and inspect reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation for damage.
• Receive and dispose of regulated medical waste, general waste and soiled linen.
• Comply with OSHA regulations governing the wearing of personal protective equipment at all times when working in the decontamination area.
• Determine the correct method of decontamination to include the following: removal of blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other gross contaminants. Decontamination methods shall include wiping, soaking, rinsing, scrubbing and using ultrasonic and washer decontamination/sterilizer equipment.
• Examine all items after decontamination/pre-sterilization procedures to ensure that gross contaminants have been removed and that instruments function properly.
• Ensure that all medical devices and surgical instrumentation are properly labeled and identified.
• Assemble and prepare the full range of specialty trays and instrument sets.
• Select correct wrapping or packaging material for medical devices and surgical instrument sets, select sterilization process in accordance with standard MTF procedures to include: Ethylene Oxide (ETO) or Steam Sterilization.
• Correctly label, seal, wrap or place in rigid containers, items with appropriate chemical indicator tape, and aerate gas sterilized items for the correct period of time.
• Receive sterilized trays, sets, and equipment from the sterilizer; check for integrity of sterilization, (i.e., color changes on indicator tapes, external and internal indicators, and dampness of packages); stock and properly store sterile items in sterile storage room in accordance with MTF procedures.
• SPD Technicians perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments and trays. Duties include equipment testing, documentation, compliance with sterilization and infection control standards, and coordination with OR staff to ensure instrument readiness.
• Ability to work PM, overnight, and rotating shifts as required

For more informaton contact:

Michelle Collins

314-744-4189

Michelle_Collins@spectrumhealth.com

Company Overview:

 At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission. 

EOE / Disability / Vet

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