Sterile Processing Assistant - Owensboro, United States - Owensboro Health

    Owensboro Health
    Owensboro Health Owensboro, United States

    1 month ago

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    Job Summary

    Responsible for the proper care, cleaning, decontamination, and distribution of equipment/supplies to departments in hospital.
    Job Responsibilities
    • Ensures policies, procedures, and practices of sterile processing comply with standards established by all regulatory agencies.
    • Utilizes software program to locate sterile equipment to be delivered to other departments throughout the organization.
    • Responsible for the proper care, cleaning, and decontamination of multiple pieces of equipment following the manufacturer's instruction for use (IFU).
    • Maintains urology carts and various code carts by restocking and removing outdated supplies.
    • Answers telephone and provides customer service throughout the organization.
    • Scans work productivity into the electronic tracking system.
    Qualifications
    • High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred
    • No experience required
    • No licensure/certification/registration required
    Skills and Attributes
    • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
    • Works under direct supervision.
    • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
    • Learning and applies knowledge at a basic level relying heavily on senior staff for troubleshooting.
    Physical Demands
    • Standing: Frequently
    • Walking: Frequently
    • Sitting: Occasionally
    • Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
    • Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
    • Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
    • Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
    • Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
    • Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
    • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
    • Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
    • Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
    • Climbing: Occasionally
    • Bending/Stooping: Frequently
    • Kneeling: Occasionally
    • Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
    • Reaching: Frequently
    • Talking: Frequently
    • Hearing: Frequently
    • Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
    • Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
    • Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
    • Running: Occasionally
    • Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
    • Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
    • Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
    • Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
    Owensboro Health Core Commitments

    INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

    RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

    TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

    INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

    SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

    EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.