QA Tech,Sterile Processing

Schedule: 3pm-11:30pm

Position

Summary

The QA Tech is responsible for reviewing assembled trays for accuracy of instrumentation according to the pick sheet as well as instrument placement, good working order and ready for processing. This role must provide immediate feedback and coaching. Document in provided software to track and collect data. Identify discrepancies/errors in count sheet. They may assist in developing, recommending, and implementing education needs, internal standards, policies and procedures to improve quality and effectiveness of patient care and sterile processing. QA may be asked to participate in hospital, departmental and multidisciplinary programs, committees and special projects.

Key

Responsibilities

• Maintains and audits review kits for accuracy and proper instrument functionality; ensures data entry into the system.
• Identifies and reports trends in kit errors and findings from SPM collation to leadership and monthly staff meetings
• Reviews and inspects case carts for accuracy and completeness; assists in creating missing or priority item lists.
• Provides immediate feedback and coaching to assemblers; identifies staff resistant to coaching and escalates to educators for targeted training
• Recognizes and documents staff who are unreceptive to feedback.
• Accurately reports all discrepancies and quality concerns.
• Supports enterprise-wide quality assurance programs and initiatives.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or Surgical Technologist required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• 5+ years of relatable experience

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) OR certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required
• CIS preferred