SPD Tech

Job Description

Mission Community Hospital, a 145-bed acute care facility located in the San Fernando Valley, is currently searching for full-time, Day Shift 3pm to 11pm Monday through Friday  

Job Summary

The SPD Technician performs services requiring technical and manual skills, under the direction of a licensed Registered Nurse. Specific areas of responsibility include cleaning of surgical instruments, setting up of instrument trays, wrapping and sterilizing equipment. This position will transport surgical trays to and from the basement instrument sterilizer to the first floor surgery department.

The SPD Technician is responsible for:

• Knowing surgical instruments, tray set-up and the sterilization process
• Washing of surgical instruments
• Setting up and wrapping surgical instruments and trays
• Coordinating with the charge nurse and team members regarding scheduled surgeries and equipment deliveries
• Informing the charge nurse of broken instruments and repair items to be sent out for repair
• Assisting with the pick-up of equipment in the operating rooms
• Stocking supplies

Collaboration

The SPD Technician must have a common purpose, coordination, effective communication and blending of unique and complimentary professional skills.

• It is the Equipment Technician’s responsibility to participate in the collaborative process. The Equipment Technician receives assigned duties from an RN.
• The Equipment Technician practice recognizes the unique relationship whereby he/she must work cooperatively and in partnership without having “assignment” authority.

Communication

The SPD Technician’s primary responsibility is to communicate to all health team members through written and/or verbal communication.

Time Management

Time Management for an SPD Technician includes completion of work within the shift hours and the ability to coordinate multiple needs of team members and physicians.

Advocacy

The SPD Technician acts as the patient client advocate by notifying the RN of any concerns or issues regarding equipment. The SPD Technician demonstrates accountability for the patient’s right to considerate, private and respectful healthcare.

Qualifications

General Job Requirements, Certifications & Knowledge

Required:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) 
• Current California Fire Card