RESPONSIBILITIES **I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:** • Leads daily functions and activities of Sterile Processing to assure efficient workflow and services are provided in a competent and timely manner: functions include but are not limited to: inventory control; case carts/trays/sets; sterilization and instrument processing; documentation and record keeping; automated data/records processing. • Assigns and coordinates work assignments; monitors staff's progress to ensure assignments are completed as required. • Performs duties in accordance with regulatory requirements, established department, and Queen’s North Hawaii Community Hospital policies and procedures. • Performs duties of a SPD Technician. **II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** • Essential: standing, walking, kneeling, twisting body, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, stooping/bending, lifting usual weight of 15 pounds up to maximum of 50 pounds; pushing/pulling maximum weight of 50 pounds of force; carrying maximum weight of 50 pounds, gripping of an object for prolonged periods. • Occasional: sitting, kneeling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, reaching at and below shoulder level. • Operates all sterilizers, computers, printers, all washers, copier, fax, steam and air gun. **III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:** • Subjected to heat while wearing protective uniform and working in decontaminator. • Subjected to noise/vibration from sterilizers and equipment. • Works with operating equipment. • Exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases, infectious and disease-bearing specimens; infectious and contagious diseases; hazards of handling diseased organs and tissue; odorous chemicals and gases; low level radiation; and bio-hazardous substances. **IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** **A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:** • High school diploma or equivalent education. • Current Registered Central Supply Technician certification highly preferred. **B. EXPERIENCE:** • Three (3) years experience in Sterile Processing. • Prior experience as a lead SPD Tech or Lead preferred. • Experience to demonstrate: o Knowledge of procedures relating to sterile techniques and processing, infection control, and supply and inventory control. o Ability to lead work assignments. o Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet