About this role
Overview
Facilitate a close working relationship between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room. A major focus will be anticipating the needs and bridging the gap to ensure surgeon satisfaction, case completion, interdepartmental communication, and patient quality care and safety by utilizing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate a close working relationship between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room. A major focus will be anticipating the needs and bridging the gap to ensure surgeon satisfaction, case completion, interdepartmental communication, and patient quality care and safety by utilizing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Qualifications
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Education
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H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
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Graduate of an accredited sterile processing or surgical technology course. Online programs that do not offer hands-on instruction or experience will not be accepted. Required or
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In Lieu of completion of the course, 5 years’ working experience within SPD or the OR Required
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Work Experience
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3 years of collective experience in the Peri-Operative environment to include both Sterile Processing and the Operating Room Required and
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3 years case cart knowledge and experience Required and
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Experience with Instrument Management Tracking systems, preferably Microsystems (SPM) Required and
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In lieu of degree additional 5 years of working experience with SPD or the OR Required
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Licenses and Certifications
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CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech from one of the two certification boards (IAHCSMM or CSPD) within one year of hire within 1 Year Required
Business Unit : Company Name
Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital