Lead SPT Technician
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Job ID: 146221
Work Type: FT
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Date Posted: Sep 8, 2022
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Summary:
- Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of CPD, the Lead Tech will coordinate and monitor all items issued from CPD, by auditing the items for accuracy before they are released for patient care.
Responsibilities:
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Performs daily instrument tray audits to ensure proper instrument count and cleanliness
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Supports the continuous improvement of quality and service to ensure the goal of excellence in clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction
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Monitors case carts for completeness
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Checks all sterilization records on a daily basis
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Collaborates with other departments to ensure the appropriate professional standards are consistently applied within the Surgery and nursing Patient Care Areas, e.g., OSHA, JCAHO, CDC, etc
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Demonstrates leadership and collaborative management skills and effective verbal and written communication skills. This includes documentation, communication and/or presentation
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Works in conjunction with the CPD Supervisor on the job training through CPD orientation program for new employees
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Coordinates instrumentation delegation with OR Coordinators and CPD Supervisors
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Performs in a Technician role as needed
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Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures
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Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization
Credentials:
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (Required)
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
- 2+ years Experience with surgical instruments and medical supplies required.
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