2392-Senior Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Title: Senior Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician

Job Code: 2392

DEFINITION

Under general direction, is responsible for immediate supervision of an entire shift or departmental unit of the Sterile Processing and Distribution Department. The 2392 Senior Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician functions as a first-line supervisor.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The 2392 Senior Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician classification is distinguished from the 2390 Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician by the former�s supervisory responsibility.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervises subordinate staff in the Sterile Processing and Distribution Department.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Functions as an immediate supervisor in operations, planning and supervision in a large Sterile Processing and Distribution Department or of one or more of its sub-units.

2. Trains all new personnel in methods, procedures and techniques of Sterile Processing and Distribution operations; writes or participates in the writing of procedural manuals; provides continuing on-the-job training to refresh or improve subordinates' skills or to introduce new methods, procedures and techniques of operation; serves as a resource to 2390 Sterile Processing and Distribution Technicians.

3. Solves emergency and complex problems of Sterile Processing and Distribution operations; advises medical, nursing and other hospital staff on the uses of equipment, supplies and materials; suggests possible substitutes in the event of supply shortage.

4. Performs highly specialized procedures, such as cardio-cath and cardiopulmonary processing; assumes special responsibilities in such areas as preparation, dispatching and recording of cultures, and tallying and recording various Sterile Processing and Distribution usage reports.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: the methods, procedures and purposes of Sterile Processing and Distribution; the basic principles of microbiology, aseptic and sterilization; principles of inventory control; the materials, parts, and functions of a wide variety of complex medical instruments and devices; and principles and practices and administration and supervision.

Ability and Skill to: supervise and instruct a number of subordinate employees in detailed methods and procedures and to effectively engage in operations planning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in a hospital or medical facility stocking, sterilizing and

dispensing patient care equipment, supplies and materials.

License and Certification:

Possession of a valid Central Service Certificate or a Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician Certificate issued by one of the following:

1) International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM)

or

2) Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD)

Substitution:

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Nature of duties requires: some physical effort and dexterity in use of fingers and hands with some exposure to abrasion, cuts or bruises and to some disagreeable elements inherent in handling hospital equipment, supplies and materials.

PROMOTIVE LINES

From: 2390 Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician

ORIGINATION DATE: 1/3/1977

AMENDED DATE: 7/31/2015; 03/26/2018

REASON FOR AMENDMENT To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.

BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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