Location: Washington,DC, USA
The Shift Coordinator SPD will be responsible for the overall inspection, preparation, receipt, and issuance of sterile equipment and supplies to the Operating Room and other patient care units. The performance of these technical tasks is integral to the support of clinical operations of the Operating Room and other patient care areas.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Required Licenses and Certifications
CRCST certification
Minimum Work Experience
2 years of related experience in Sterile Processing. Experience on health care related field. (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Communication Skills Training (inclusive of written and verbal skills).
Knowledge of aseptic technique. Basic Calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Human relations and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate initiatives and leadership through involvement in projects.
Functional Accountabilities
Shift Management
* Continuously perform assessments as necessary to ensure needs are met.
* Assess and modify shift assignments based on activities with the departmental manager.
* Function as a resource and utilize an interdepartmental approach to meeting customer needs.
* Assist the Operating Room & Nursing Care unit staff to maintain an appropriate level of supplies and inventory for procedures and all operating equipment.
* Plan with the Operating Room staff for the availability of equipment needed for the intraoperative patient (i.e.: drills, Laparoscopic equipment, specialty items).
* Report and communicate to Sterile Processing Manager, RN, and/or Operating Room Manager any issues in regard to supply maintenance (i.e.: Low - stock, equipment failures).
Sterile Processing
* Inspect and prepare surgical items for sterilization; load and operate washer/sterilizer , ultrasonic cleaners, sterilizers, and cart wash machines; implement procedures to ensure adherence to sterilization requirements and standards.
* Follow established policy and procedures for instrument counts; initiate corrective actions when instrument counts are incorrect.
* Anticipate emergency or unusual circumstances associated with equipment needs and supply availability.
* Display knowledge and dexterity in the utilization of required instrumentation and supplies; anticipate the needs of the surgical team; maintain daily productivity levels.
* Demonstrate organizational skills when preparing surgical cases; stamp, date, store, and rotate items; issue sterile and nonsterile items;
* and inspect for outdated items.
* Maintain surveillance of sterilization; maintain and monitor the daily records and indicators; follow recall procedures.
Communication
* Demonstrate effective communication skills by adopting techniques for specific situations.
* Provide performance feedback to all staff in a constructive manner .
* Effectively manage conflict resolution.
* Serve as the consumer's advocate for patient/family concerns.
* Communicate with Operating Room staff regarding the needs and activities of the inner and outer core, supplies, case carts, instruments, linens, and waste.
Education
* Facilitate learning opportunities for all staff and collaborate with the manager .
* Ensure staff educational needs are met.
Organizational Accountabilities
Organizational Commitment/Identification
* Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
* Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
* Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
* Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
* Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
* Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
* Partner with all team members to achieve goals
* Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
* Contribute to a positive work environment
* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
* Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
* Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
* Use resources efficiently
* Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
* Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
* Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
* Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
* Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
* Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
* Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance