Sterile Processing Coordinator

Job Code: CS1578

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

Supervises Positions:

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for workflow supervision of all activities related to Decontamination, Packaging, Sterilization, Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement in compliance with the departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Adheres to best practice by following all regulatory, federal, and state recommended practices and guidelines as stated by (but not limited to) AAMI (Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation), AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses), The JC (Joint Commission), CMS (Centers of Medicaid Medicare), APIC (Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology), and SGNA (Society Gastrointestinal Nurses Association).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in Sterile Processing required. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Recognized SPD certification required. Certification from IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management), CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician), or Certification from CBSPD, CSPDT (Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique. Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to assemble instrument sets and trays. Ability to learn and understand medical terminology. Maintains Sterile Processing Technician certification. Must maintain certification status and the annual educational hours required by each of the organizations.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Demonstrates evidence of and a desire to continue developing leadership characteristics and behaviors.

Competencies

• Communication: Collaborates with the leadership team and UCIC to identify and resolve unit issues.
  • Keeps co-workers and intra-op staff informed of any updates/issues.
  • Follows written instructions as needed.
• Quality: Complies with established departmental and organization policies/guidelines.
  • Maintains, operates, and monitors all equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and department standards.
• Technical Competency: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the patients served.
  • Collects, organizes, and enters information into the patient scheduling application.
  • Assists with various types of surgical operations providing technically skilled duties, serving as first assist.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes

• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes

• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes