Description The Sterile Processing (SPD) Technician is responsible for the decontamination and processing of surgical instruments and equipment. This is a casual (0.0 FTE) position working out of our Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center. Hours may vary based on need during operating hours M-F. Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. Essential Functions: Demonstrates knowledge of processes, procedures, quality assurance, chemicals and medical instruments sufficient to be able to decontaminate, assemble, wrap, and sterilize equipment, supplies, and instruments. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment malfunction. Demonstrates knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters. Independently follows all cleaning checklists thoroughly and appropriately. Initiates cleaning and restocking of all work areas and ordering supplies as necessary. Floats readily between all areas of decontamination and sterile processing, providing help as needed. Maintains communication with operating room staff. Applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions. Assists in the procurement and maintenance of department inventory. Maintain a clean and safe environment. Maintains knowledge of all applicable regulatory standards, including but not limited to AAMI and ANSI standards. Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience. Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center's established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events. Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor). Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements. Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of surgery center resources. Any and all other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements: High School diploma/GED or equivalent. Sterile Processing Tech certification preferred. Instrument processing/Sterile processing experience preferred. Notes Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification. Due to mandatory CMS and CDC COVID-19 vaccination reporting for the ASCs, all ASC employees who are vaccinated for COVID-19 should send a copy/photo of their COVID vaccination card to [email protected]. ASC employees who are not vaccinated for COVID-19 do not need to take any action. If you have any questions, please reach out to . Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.