Equipment Processing Technician

FLSA STATUSNon-exemptQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATIONHigh School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)Equipment Processing program preferredEXPERIENCENoneLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequiredNoneSKILLS AND ABILITIESIndependently demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assignedjob, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform theessential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employeesafety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in amanner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesFollows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in theDecontamination areaExhibits interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assuresdelivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workersAbility to utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office and electronic instrument trackingsystem, if applicableDemonstrates proper phone etiquette when responding to inquiries made to the departmentCompletes department and institution competencies within established required timelinesMaintains patient and family privacySuccessful completion of Houston Methodist and manufactuer equipment training programsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCommunicates with staff from the interdisciplinary health care team concerning patient safety toimprove outcomes and the safe transition of care through effective assignment and shift handoffs, using a structured format.Demonstrates teamwork by responding positively and respectfully to requests for assistance.Collaborates with department representatives to foster healthy relationships in the workenvironment. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole and uses problem resolution effectively.Identifies and immediately reports failures of equipment for disinfection, sterilization, and safetymonitoring of the work environment.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPerforms sorting, inspection, and decontamination/sterilization of personal protective equipment(PPE), medications, medical and pharmaceutical equipment, and other physical spaces by safelyfollowing prescribed manufacturer instructions and institutional policies and procedures.Provides timely turn around for equipment requiring decontamination/sterilization, including roundingon units to collect and return equipment needing decontamination/sterilization.Handles sterilants and other cleaning supplies in accordance with prescribed manufacturerinstructions and institutional policies and procedures.Organizes workload utilizing available work time by assisting others and performing additional task asneeded. Delivers consistent and reliable productivity between the assigned work space and the unitswe service.QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUtilizes appropriate personal protective equipment required to disinfect/sterilize potentially infectiousmedical equipment for reuse in accordance with manufacturer instructions and institutional policiesand procedures.Utilizes all department equipment, chemicals, and supplies according to manufacturers’ instructions for use and department policies and protocols.Utilizes all provided safety equipment to monitor workspace for disinfectant/sterilant levels to ensure safety following manufacturer instructions and institutional policies and procedures.Ensures, through visual product inspection and quality control indicators, that all disinfected/sterilizedequipment passes institutional standards for effective sterilization.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSelf-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, cleaning theworkstation at the end of each shift, and minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavyworkloads efficiently and helps other team members.Uses department resources efficiently to ensure thorough documentation of completed work,recording productivity and sterility monitoring metrics following established institutional standards.GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSIdentifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuingeducation opportunities to meet those needs. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.Understands, applies, and demonstrates industry Equipment Processing standards while usingdisinfectant/sterilants.SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ATTIREUniform: YesScrubs: YesBusiness professional: NoOther (department approved): NoON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.On Call* YesTRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area NoMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No