Sterile Processing Tech - Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital (10819) : Job Details

Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas is hiring a Sterile Processing Tech!

Welcome to Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas, Irving, TX, where innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care converge to create an exceptional workplace!Why Choose Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas?

· A Powerhouse Collaboration: Our hospital is a joint venture between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and dedicated local physicians. This partnership ensures a dynamic and enriching environment for both patients and staff

· Serving North Texas: Covering the expansive North Texas region, we provide a wide range of medical and surgical services across 7 Operating Rooms, 12 private inpatient rooms, and a 3-bed Emergency Department.

· Expert Specializations: Our hospital is a hub for expertise, specializing in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and more. Our diverse range of specialties offers you the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference in patients' lives.

· A Legacy of Excellence: Established in 2003 as Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, we've been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth communities for years. Our unwavering mission is to provide top-notch surgical care in a welcoming and safe environment – a place where we'd confidently treat our own families.

· Education & Compassionate Care: Our commitment to personalized health and wellness extends beyond medical procedures. We empower our staff to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements, treatments, and procedures, ensuring the best possible care for our patients and their families.

· Cutting-Edge Technology: Experience the future of healthcare with our state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technology. From routine procedures to complex surgeries, we combine exceptional care with genuine compassion.

Join us at Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas and contribute to a legacy of excellence and innovation. Apply today to be a part of our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and their families. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Sterile Processing Tech at Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas:

· The Sterile Processing Technician cares for and maintains all surgical instrumentation.

Qualifications

Education:

· High School diploma or equivalent

License:

· CRCST through IAHCSMM/HSPA (1-year) required, must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

· BLS preferred.

Required Experience:

· 2-3 years' experience as Instrument Room Technician

Or internally trained new grad with certification within 6 months of position change

· Utilizes resources for cleaning and sterilizing Instruments (IFU'S, AAMI standards, policies and procedures)

· Experience decontaminating instruments using chemicals consisting of detergents, disinfectants, and lubricants.

· Experience identifying instruments based on description or specialty.

· Follows IFU, policies and procedures when cleaning, assembling, sterilizing and storing instruments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Works independently; requires minimal supervision.

· Communicates and works effectively with all personnel, physicians, associated hospital departments, and outside vendors.

· Understands Infection Control related to decontamination and sterilization of instruments.

· Demonstrates an understanding of flow from decontamination area to the clean processing area.

· Knowledge and operates equipment (e.g., ultrasonic machine, automated washers, cart washers, sterilizers) according to IFU and understands the washer, biological and Bowie Dick tests ran daily.

· Knowledge of maintaining Documentation for Sterilizer and Immediate Use Sterilizer.

· Follows Manufactures IFU's when processing all instrument trays including Vendor Tray

· Verifies cycle parameters, understanding of keeping proper documentation according to AAMI and Hospital Polices.

· Knowledge on reading sterilizer printout

· Demonstrates dependability and accountability.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

· Utilizes appropriate PPE, while decontaminating dirty surgical instruments with use of disinfecting chemicals as recommend by the manufactures' IFU (Instructions for Use).

· Maintains and inspects the instrumentation, ensuring bio burden is removed and functionality is intact per IFU.

· Sterilizes all instrumentation using both steam and hydrogen peroxide methods as stated in instrument IFU.

· Maintains operational supply inventory, and implants as necessary for the smooth functioning of the instrument room.

· Maintains a log for each autoclave and Sterrad load. Records consist of instruments processed.

What We Offer:As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

· Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

· Life and AD&D coverage

· Availability of short- and long-term disability

· Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs

· 401(k) and access to retirement planning