Flusher Job Description Sample

Description

This class maintains and operates advanced complex heavy motor equipment, machinery and vehicles, and is responsible for routine maintenance procedures, safe and effective operating, loading and storage of the equipment.

Incumbents may operate the majority of equipment assigned to the Equipment Operator and Equipment Operator, Senior classifications. Incumbents routinely operate specialized equipment such as tractor-trailers, oil distributors, flushers truck/waste tankers, dump trucks, bucket trucks, chipper, vactor, snow removal equipment, street sweepers, complex hydraulics, small pavers, hole augers, concrete trucks, street sweepers, bulldozers, power shovels, draglines; pay loaders, backhoes, or small and large cranes. Incumbents perform required service maintenance and repairs; provide leadership to and training of assigned crew members; conduct tests for the detection of faults, breaks, or leaks, such as chlorine, gas, sewage or water; follow assigned routes; load, transport, and deliver refuse, debris, vegetation, sludge, earth, or broken pavement; determine amount and type of materials and equipment needed for assignment; install structures, equipment, or parts; and participate in snow and ice removal.

As assigned, incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion.

Supervision Exercised/Received:

• Exercised: This classification typically does not supervises other employees but may serve as a lead worker

• Received: This classification typically reports to a manager.

• Note: Other reporting relationships may apply.

Example of Duties

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of Equipment Operator, Principal in the Traffic Engineering Division. The incumbent is responsible for performing tasks associated with the installation and maintenance of pavement markings and signs.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Operating the majority of the equipment at the Equipment Operator and Equipment Operator, Senior levels as required to qualify for advancement and have basic PC skills.

• Operating bulldozers, power shovels, drag lines, a verity of trucks to include tandem dump truck and specialized road marking/paint truck, large cranes, earth mover, graders, large asphalt grinder and other equipment as required by manager

• Performing service maintenance and needed repairs, comprehensive repair records of the equipment and other duties assigned by manager.

• Loading, transporting, and unloading supplies and equipment

• Transporting co-workers to and from work sites

• Establishing safe work zones by erecting barricades and signs

• Maintaining equipment, machinery, or vehicles in good working order

• Observing established protocols and procedures for safe operation and storage or equipment and machinery

• Performing routine maintenance

• Reporting damaged or unsafe equipment to supervisor

• Determining amount and type of materials, equipment and/or tools necessary to complete tasks

• Assigning work, supervising, and instruct others

• Performing other related duties as assigned

City of Richmond Public Works employees are considered essential personnel and will be required to work during declared emergencies and major weather events.

This position is for Internal/Departmental employees only.

Summary

Under general supervision, performs work in operating medium to heavy sized trucks in the maintenance of County roads. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following may not be all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
01 Operates heavy trucks including ten yard dump truck with dump trailer, tractor /trailer, belly dump truck, aerial bucket truck, flusher truck, wrecker, auger truck, sweeper truck (vacall) and wing plow in connection with the transportation of aggregate, asphalt, rock and other materials.
02 Performs preventive maintenance and safety checks on assigned equipment.
03 Drives transport truck with trailer and moves equipment to and from various job sites within the County.
04 Operates snow plow/and or sands County roads as necessary.
05 When required, flags traffic, drives pilot car and sets out construction signs.
06 Drives truck when chip sealing roads; drives to site and dumps load into chip spreader.
07 Drives truck to asphalt plant site; receives load of asphalt mix; backs up to paver and dumps load of asphalt mix into paver hopper.
08 Runs roller to compact shoulders; drives truck to haul material to shoulders.
09 In fence construction, picks up fence post and places in hole; uses hand tool to compact around post; unrolls wire; stretches wire using wire stretcher; uses hammer and staples to connect wire to post.
10 When patching potholes, shovels asphalt into pothole; uses asphalt rake to spread asphalt mix level; when required, operates patching roller to compact mix.
11 In crack sealing projects, loads crack sealing material into crack sealing machine; tows machine with truck to work site; uses wand to apply material to cracks; operates compressor to prepare crack prior to application; applies sanding material using shovel; uses hand broom to sweep excess from roadway.
12 Uses jackhammer in instances such as breaking asphalt, rock, etc..
13 Uses shovel to remove dirt to appropriate depth; sets culvert in ditch; uses hand tools such as crescent wrenches and socket wrenches to bolt culvert together; uses wacker packer to compact material around pipe; picks up refuse around site.
14 Uses shovel to uncover culvert; picks up rocks and brush; feeds hose to flush culvert; sets out signs and flags traffic.
15 Cuts limbs, brush and small trees with chain saw; feeds into brush chipper; drives truck to disposal site and discards chips.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Qualifications

Experience in the operation of trucks and equipment associated with the operations of the Public Works Department; knowledge of care of vehicles, equipment, machines and tools required to perform the duties; pertinent traffic laws of the State of Oregon.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
01 Valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License
02 Flagging Certificate
03 CPR Certificate
04 First Aid Certificate

Other Skills and Abilities

Experience operating a forklift

Work Schedule

The normal work schedule is 8.00 hours per day 5 days per week; exact schedules are assigned by management. It is the attendance standard of the employer that all employees be present and on time each shift they are scheduled to work.

Full or partial absence during any scheduled shift, arriving late, or leaving early, for whatever reason, may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Time off may be approved if allowed by applicable policies covering illness, injury, or other personal emergency.

DRUG POLICY

Klamath County enforces a drug free work place. Successful applicants may be required to submit to drug testing

The Collection System Technician performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work in the repairing, cleaning, locating and inspection of the wastewater collection system, operate a variety of light construction equipment and wastewater system cleaning and maintenance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible charge of operating heavy equipment including a backhoe, combination high pressure flusher and vac trauck

• Perform a variety of construction, repair, cleaning, & inspection work including rodding, hydroflush cleaning, television camera inspection & locating

• Assist in maintaining & caring for assigned tools & equipment

• Sit to drive or ride in vehicle, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, & twist while getting in & out of trenches, mixing mortar, & working in sewage; perform simple & power grasping, pushing & pulling, fine manipulation, use feet to operate foot controls, lift of carry weight of 100 pounds, hear traffic noise, & observe oncoming traffic for safety. Required to communicate via radio & hear radio dispatch signal

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled & manual work involved in the maintenance, cleaning, & closed circuit television inspection of sewer lines & structures.

• Operate hand & power tools, including air compressors, jack hammers, & cement mixers, perform heavy manual labor

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions

• Learn, observe all safety precautions as required by the Company, including, but not limited to, state and federal General Industry Safety Directives, may be required to enter confined space

• Ability to be on call nights and weekends to work overtime in response to emergency situations and alarms

• Must live within 30 minutes of the office/garage to respond to emergencies, work shift, on-call, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience in the operation and maintenance of a collections system or wastewater treatment plant, or related field

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Must be 1st aid and CPR certified within 90 days of hire

• Maintaining safe & efficient working conditions including housekeeping

• Ability to perform considerable walking, climbing, moderate to heavy lifting and carrying

• Must have and maintain a valid CDL with tanker endorsement and safe driving record.

• Must obtain a Mass 4E hoisting license within 1 year of hire.

Veolia North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Position Description

Kodak is hiring!

We are looking for an Advanced Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support our Kodak Rochester Facilities (KRF) group

The Kodak Rochester Facilities (KRF) group is responsible for the management of buildings and site services, contract and supplier management, fire department, inspections and risk management, and several supporting operational services, and supports Eastman Business Park growth and strategic initiatives.

Advance skilled highway and grounds maintenance operator which performs a wide variety of maintenance of exterior site related activities, to include; Assists in the landscape maintenance, responsible for the maintenance and appearance of turf, shrub, tree, and open areas, snow removal and deicing of parking lots, internal roads, asphalt / stone areas, and building entrances with the use of heavy equipment. Assists in highway and grounds maintenance, maintain and fill pot holes during season, repairs fence lines, and guardrails. The employee supplies all specialty truck service such as site flushing, fueling utilizing a tanker truck, as well as hauling and handling of all landscape, soil and stone products associated with the grounds and site needs. Provide service to all parking lot and roadway requirements, with regards to striping, lot and road lighting, road and parking signage, parking gate maintenance and installations. Assist with any other site service related activities if required.

JOB DUTIES

Highway and Grounds

• Assist in the maintenance of all landscaping within the Rochester Sites, to include the maintenance of 73 acres of parking lots, 52 lane miles of roads, 140 acres of pavement, 20 miles of fencing, 9 miles of guardrail, and 800 guard posts.

• Maintenance of security and parking gates.

• Streets and lot flushing, provide dust control, the washing of dock areas, watering of plant material, with flusher truck.

• Operate dump truck and loader service for all landscape maintenance and project work, such as topsoil, decorative stone, mulch, and crushed stone products. During winter months loading and off loading salt and the movement of snow piles.

• Operate and supply the fuel truck for all sites (may include fueling diesel trucks, construction vehicles, and reefer units– approximately 1,800 gallons/weekly)

• Supply a weekly fuel consumption chart for all fuel dispensed by the fuel truck.

• Perform daily inspection of all refrigerator trailers units (reefers)

• Provide emergency loader/backhoe service to all KR sites to address water breaks, vehicular accidents, etc.

• Provide movement for erosion control such as hay bales, stone dikes, and Soil Berms, utilizing heavy equipment, such as excavator, bull dozer, back holes, or other equipment required.

• Maintain catch basin surfaces, drainage swales, and culvert pipes to prevent flooding of asphalt areas, parking lots, or existing roads.

• Provide minor repair of all fencing, gates and guardrail at all sites, to include emergency security requests, which mandate immediate action.

• Mend minor pothole repairs with cold patch material.

• Provide Roadblock, Sign coordination, and installation.

• Provide diagnostic and repairs to all parking lot gates, card readers, parking lot lighting, and site perimeter lighting.

• Interact with fire and alarms groups for issues related to the matrix radio card readers to complete service and repairs.

• Conduct site lighting assessments, and interface with lighting contractor if repairs require high lifts

• Offer primary support in design, layout and striping of new and existing parking configurations

• Operate 6-wheeler/10-wheeler trucking service for various snow and landscape requirement, including emergency response.

• Assist with snow removal and de-icing of the following; 600 personnel doors, 11.5 miles of sidewalks/life-walks, 73 acres of parking, 52 lane miles of roadways, 140 acres of interior asphalt/stone surface areas, Gates and turnstiles (30), Hydrants (372).

• Assist with any other site service team related activities if required, such as train yard and track activities, road stripping, pot holes mending, and concrete repairs if needed.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge is required at the experienced level for most, and thorough knowledge is required at the advanced level for some job requirements.

• Knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance of Highway and Grounds activities.

• Knowledge of safety issues in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies

• Some jobs require an employee to be exposed to inclement weather conditions.

Education Required

• Educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school or a 5-year hands on experience equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
• 3-5 years of experience operating an excavator, loader, and backhoe.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by State of New York.

• Tank and Hazmat Endorsement, encouraged.

• This assignment will require the employee to work multi shifts during the snow season. It will also require overtime on a routine basis, to include weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a mechanic to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 25lbs/12kg, frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. T

• he associate is frequently required use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

DEPARTMENT: Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD)

SUPERVISOR'S TITLE: Supervisor SPD

TITLES SUPERVISED:N/A

TOTAL NUMBER OF FTEs DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY SUPERVISED: 0

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To perform cleaning, sterilization, equipment maintenance and supply activities for the Clinical Support and Sterilization department of a Medical Center dedicated to the care of infants, children and adolescents. To serve as a role model and resource to the department.

Responsibilities

• Compliance

• Patient Services Staff

Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in Compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Be mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers, nurse council and magnet representatives to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members.

• Patient Care (Indirect Provider)

Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of the technical skills required to support quality care for our patients and families. Operate department equipment, including sterilizers (steam and ETO) aerators, flash sterilizer, washer/sterilizer, drying cabinet, washer/disinfector and flusher disinfector, according to safety procedures and protocols. Keeps accurate records according to policy and procedures. Report malfunctioning equipment and other environmental hazards immediately. Demonstrates the ability to make appropriate decisions, prioritize planned and unplanned events and address potential or actual problems. Procedure preparation is focused on cost effective provision of supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care with positive outcomes.

• Department Responsibilities

Engages in surgical procedure preparation accuracy; disposable supplies and instrumentation trays. Maintain adequate stock and storage of supplies and equipment. Actively participates in Quality Improvement initiates of the unit to support safe patient care. Identifies problems and opportunities for improvement and actively works toward implementing modifications to improve organizational performance through recommending approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Acts as a role model for performance improvement and change initiatives. Performs unit practices according to established procedures and assist others as needed. Identifies potential problems and notifies management. Actively supports and enhances the daily Perioperative flow for reliable safe patient care. Prioritize duties according to fluctuating workloads and changing demands. Teaches others to effectively use resources, equipment and technology to support quality patient care and customer service.

• Professional Responsibilities

Actively engages in recycling and promotes lean projects within the organization. Supports the Shared Governance Model within the organization through active participation and team leadership. Demonstrates an in-depth awareness of evidenced based practices to support quality patient care and improved patient outcomes. Generates solutions to identified issues that influence health care delivery and focuses on implementing the collaborative solution. Participates in establishing job requirements and goals; performs duties at the desired level of competency. Role models behavior consistent with the organizations core values and emulates a positive image in all interactions with patients, clients, families and fellow employees. Proactively anticipates and provides services in a manner to be regularly and conveniently available to meet the needs of CCHMC's patients, families and employees and assumes the responsibility.

• Professional Development

Identifies educational needs within the department and participates in professional growth opportunities utilizing resources to facilitate learning. Demonstrates accountability for continued professional growth and development and integrates new knowledge and skills in work activities. Participates in the orientation and cross training of personnel as a recognized resource and preceptor. Develops knowledge and professional skills through cross training, literature and attendance at department meetings, is involved in relevant professional organization. Attends required in-services and remains current regarding new equipment, instrumentation changes, sterilization process and other departmental issues, updates staff on new developments within the practice. Participates as an active member in department and CCHMC committees and activities

• Teamwork

Engages in multidisciplinary team process, actively participating in effective problem solving, collegial learning and the pursuit of best practice. Initiates collaborative relationships, works cooperatively within and across departments, and disciplines promoting an atmosphere of support , respect and trust within the team. Handles conflicts professionally; seeking positive out comes. Responsive to day-to-day needs of co-workers and the Division of Patient Services. Collaborates with Perioperative coordinators, Resource Technicians and OR staff on instrument tray setup; issue identification and problem solving. Applies the principals of teamwork and commitment so that positive outcomes, quality service, cost efficiency and team goals are realized. Fosters an environment of open communication and trust, interacting positively with other employees in order to enhance the quality of service and departmental productivity.

Skills & Competencies

• Diversity Appreciation

Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself

• Professional Knowledge/Ability

Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the position

• Medical Terminology

• Advanced

Advanced knowledge of medical terminology

• Physical Stamina

• Light

Physical stamina sufficient to perform frequent bending, light or moderate lifting and extensive standing/walking

• Independence

Pursuing work with little supervision or assistance; directing one's own efforts. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Problem Solving

Ability to independently work through details of a problem to reach a positive solution

• Sterile Technique

Knowledge of Sterile Technique

• Communication

Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills

• Inventory Structures

Requires a working knowledge of inventory structures, such as dispensing unit of measure and low unit of measure

Preferred Level I:

• Completion of Central Service/Sterile Processing Certification Program or Surgical Tech Program

• Certification from National Institute for the Certification for Sterile Processing & Distribution Personnel or the International Association of Health Care Central Services Materials Management.

• Two years of related experience in hospital environment.

Required Level II:

• High School Graduate OR equivalent

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician for Level II

• 1 year of Sterile Processing experience for Level II

DEPARTMENT: Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD)

SUPERVISOR'S TITLE: Supervisor SPD

TITLES SUPERVISED:N/A

TOTAL NUMBER OF FTEs DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY SUPERVISED: 0

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To perform cleaning, sterilization, equipment maintenance and supply activities for the Clinical Support and Sterilization department of a Medical Center dedicated to the care of infants, children and adolescents. To serve as a role model and resource to the department.

Responsibilities

• Compliance

• Patient Services Staff

Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in Compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Be mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers, nurse council and magnet representatives to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members.

• Patient Care (Indirect Provider)

Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of the technical skills required to support quality care for our patients and families. Operate department equipment, including sterilizers (steam and ETO) aerators, flash sterilizer, washer/sterilizer, drying cabinet, washer/disinfector and flusher disinfector, according to safety procedures and protocols. Keeps accurate records according to policy and procedures. Report malfunctioning equipment and other environmental hazards immediately. Demonstrates the ability to make appropriate decisions, prioritize planned and unplanned events and address potential or actual problems. Procedure preparation is focused on cost effective provision of supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care with positive outcomes.

• Department Responsibilities

Engages in surgical procedure preparation accuracy; disposable supplies and instrumentation trays. Maintain adequate stock and storage of supplies and equipment. Actively participates in Quality Improvement initiates of the unit to support safe patient care. Identifies problems and opportunities for improvement and actively works toward implementing modifications to improve organizational performance through recommending approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Acts as a role model for performance improvement and change initiatives. Performs unit practices according to established procedures and assist others as needed. Identifies potential problems and notifies management. Actively supports and enhances the daily Perioperative flow for reliable safe patient care. Prioritize duties according to fluctuating workloads and changing demands. Teaches others to effectively use resources, equipment and technology to support quality patient care and customer service.

• Professional Responsibilities

Actively engages in recycling and promotes lean projects within the organization. Supports the Shared Governance Model within the organization through active participation and team leadership. Demonstrates an in-depth awareness of evidenced based practices to support quality patient care and improved patient outcomes. Generates solutions to identified issues that influence health care delivery and focuses on implementing the collaborative solution. Participates in establishing job requirements and goals; performs duties at the desired level of competency. Role models behavior consistent with the organizations core values and emulates a positive image in all interactions with patients, clients, families and fellow employees. Proactively anticipates and provides services in a manner to be regularly and conveniently available to meet the needs of CCHMC's patients, families and employees and assumes the responsibility.

• Professional Development

Identifies educational needs within the department and participates in professional growth opportunities utilizing resources to facilitate learning. Demonstrates accountability for continued professional growth and development and integrates new knowledge and skills in work activities. Participates in the orientation and cross training of personnel as a recognized resource and preceptor. Develops knowledge and professional skills through cross training, literature and attendance at department meetings, is involved in relevant professional organization. Attends required in-services and remains current regarding new equipment, instrumentation changes, sterilization process and other departmental issues, updates staff on new developments within the practice. Participates as an active member in department and CCHMC committees and activities

• Teamwork

Engages in multidisciplinary team process, actively participating in effective problem solving, collegial learning and the pursuit of best practice. Initiates collaborative relationships, works cooperatively within and across departments, and disciplines promoting an atmosphere of support , respect and trust within the team. Handles conflicts professionally; seeking positive out comes. Responsive to day-to-day needs of co-workers and the Division of Patient Services. Collaborates with Perioperative coordinators, Resource Technicians and OR staff on instrument tray setup; issue identification and problem solving. Applies the principals of teamwork and commitment so that positive outcomes, quality service, cost efficiency and team goals are realized. Fosters an environment of open communication and trust, interacting positively with other employees in order to enhance the quality of service and departmental productivity.

Skills & Competencies

• Diversity Appreciation

Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself

• Professional Knowledge/Ability

Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the position

• Medical Terminology

• Advanced

Advanced knowledge of medical terminology

• Physical Stamina

• Light

Physical stamina sufficient to perform frequent bending, light or moderate lifting and extensive standing/walking

• Independence

Pursuing work with little supervision or assistance; directing one's own efforts. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Problem Solving

Ability to independently work through details of a problem to reach a positive solution

• Sterile Technique

Knowledge of Sterile Technique

• Communication

Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills

• Inventory Structures

Requires a working knowledge of inventory structures, such as dispensing unit of measure and low unit of measure

Preferred Level I:

• Completion of Central Service/Sterile Processing Certification Program or Surgical Tech Program

• Certification from National Institute for the Certification for Sterile Processing & Distribution Personnel or the International Association of Health Care Central Services Materials Management.

• Two years of related experience in hospital environment.

Required Level II:

• High School Graduate OR equivalent

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician for Level II

• 1 year of Sterile Processing experience for Level II

DEPARTMENT: Sterile Processing & Distribution

SUPERVISOR'S TITLE: Supervisor, SPD

COLLABORATIVE RELATIONSHIPS: Director, Supervisor, Education Specialist, Lead Tech, Perioperative Coordinator or staff, Resource Technician, and other interdepartmental staff

TITLES SUPERVISED:N/A

TOTAL NUMBER OF FTEs DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY SUPERVISED: 0

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Decontaminate instruments, evaluate functionality of instruments, assemble instruments/trays, pack and sterilize instruments/ trays. Appropriate cleaning and care of major and minor flexible scopes for GI, Pulmonary, and ENT cases. Knowledge of Doctor Preference Cards (DPC) and setting up case carts appropriately for next day cases, add-on cases for current day, and emergency cases.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care (Indirect Provider)

Demonstrates a confident understanding of the technical skills required to support quality care for our patients and families. Operate department equipment, including sterilizers (steam, gas plasma, dry heat, and ETO) aerators, washer/sterilizer, drying cabinet, washer/disinfector and flusher disinfector, according to safety procedures and protocols. Keeps accurate records according to policy and procedures. Report malfunctioning equipment and other environmental hazards immediately. Demonstrates the ability to make appropriate decisions, prioritize planned and unplanned events and address potential or actual problems. Procedure preparation is focused on cost effective provision of supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care with positive outcomes.

• Department Responsibilities

Engages in surgical procedure preparation accuracy; disposable supplies and instrumentation trays. Actively participates in Quality Improvement initiates of the unit to support safe patient care. Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Provide a positive contribution through actions; anticipate, suggest and implement solutions to problems. Performs unit practices according to established procedures. Identifies potential problems and notifies management. Actively supports and enhances the daily Perioperative flow for reliable safe patient care. Prioritize duties according to fluctuating workloads. Performs duties as assigned.

• Professional Responsibilities

Actively engages in recycling and promotes lean projects within the organization. Supports the Shared Governance Model within the organization through active participation. Identifies issues that influence health care delivery and focuses on being part of the collaborative solution. Participates in establishing job requirements and goals; performs duties at the desired level of competency, following the CARES promises. Behaviors are consistent with the organizations core values and CARES standards. Provide services in a manner to be regularly and conveniently available to meet the needs of CCHMC's patients, families and employees. Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition.

• Professional Development

Participates in professional growth opportunities. Demonstrates accountability for continued professional growth and development and integrates new knowledge and skills into work activities. Participates in orientation and cross training of personnel through shared knowledge. Develops knowledge and professional skills through cross training, literature and attendance at department meetings. Attend in-services and remain current regarding new equipment, and instrumentation changes, as well as other departmental issues. Participate in department and CCHMC committees and Shared Governance councils as needed. Complete all CCHMC and department required competencies.

• Teamwork

Engages in multidisciplinary team processes, actively participating in effective problem solving, collegial learning and the pursuit of best practice. Creates a positive work environment by collaborating and working cooperatively within and across departments and disciplines promoting an atmosphere of support, respect and trust within the team. Handles conflicts in a professional manner. Collaborates with Supervisors and/or Shift Leads related to instrument tray setup, identification of issues, and problem solving. Apply the principals of teamwork and commitment so that positive outcomes, quality service, cost efficiency and team goals are realized. Communicates and interacts with other employees in order to enhance the quality of service and departmental productivity.

Skills & Competencies

• Diversity Appreciation

Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself

• Knowledge of Field

• Intrm

Knowledge of regulations, procedures and best practices in field

• Medical Terminology

• Intermd

Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology

• Physical Stamina

• Light

Physical stamina sufficient to perform frequent bending, light or moderate lifting and extensive standing/walking

• Independence

Pursuing work with little supervision or assistance; directing one's own efforts. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Problem Solving

Ability to independently work through details of a problem to reach a positive solution

• Communication

Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills

Required:

• High School Graduate OR equivalent

• Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook

Preferred:

• Completion of Central Sterile Certification Program

• Certification from National Institute for the Certification for Sterile Processing & Distribution Personnel or the Int Asoc of Health Care Central Services Materials Mgmt

• Two years of related experience in hospital environment