Central sterilization technician job description

Primary Location: Connecticut-Hartford-80 Seymour Street (10008) Job: Professional Non-ClinicalOrganization: Hartford HospitalJob Posting: Sep 30, 2022 Central Sterile Tech - Noncertified - (22163044) Description Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

SPS Technician are not yet certified and will be required to train under the direct supervision of SPS Technician 3 or other assigned trainer for a minimum of 60 days. While training, the SPS Technician Non-Certified will perform duties including decontamination, instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization and case cart assembly. As required, job skills will be assessed and validated by their trainer and the SPS Site Manager before completion of the training program. This role and completion of the training program will prepare the SPS Tech for obtaining Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certification and promotion to SPS Tech 1.
Qualifications Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

Must obtain "Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certification" from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc. (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from IAHCSMM within 24 months of hire (in accordance with CT state law).

We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
RegularStandard Hours Per Week: 24Schedule: Part-time (2 - 39 hours) Shift Details: Non certified - PT (24hr) 12:30pm - 9pm / Mon-Wed

US-OR-Portland

Type: Regular Full-Time
Emanuel Medical Ctr campus

Overview

***Hire On Bonus provided for this position***

At Legacy, our mission is to make life better for our patients, our community and each other. As a Central Sterile Technician, you carry that mission with pride, providing a sterile, clean and safe environment for the best possible medical/surgical care.

As you build your legacy with our healthcare community, your attention to detail and concern for the well-being of our patients will have a large impact. Not only will you ensure the proper sterilization of instruments and equipment, you will also help to facilitate change by recommending areas for improvement, expanding your knowledge of the Sterile Technician's role and sharing your expertise with new staff members.

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.

Emanuel Medical Center is a Level 1 Trauma Center, Regional Burn Center and serves the needs of both adult hospital population as well as Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel.

Responsibilities

Instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated for safe handling.

Wears proper protective attire.

Operates decontamination equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

Decontaminates instruments and equipment according to procedure.

Evaluates the load for proper handling of delicate and specialty instruments and equipment.

Instruments are assembled and packaged for sterilization according to procedure.

Ensures instruments are clean, in proper working order, and complete.

Resets instrument sets without error.

Processes specialty and general instruments.

Ensures instrumentation/equipment is stored in the proper location.

Cleans instrument supply shelves.

Communicates instrument repair needs to supervisor.

Anticipates instrument needs for Operating Room and other areas of the hospital.

Sterilization/Processing equipment is monitored for proper functioning and required documentation records are maintained.

Operates and maintains Sterilizers in a safe and appropriate manner according to manufacturer's specifications. Processes may include, but are not limited to:

Steam sterilization

Gas sterilization

STERRAD sterilization

Ultrasound cleaning

Steris sterilization

Assures sterilization parameters are met and practices good aseptic technique.

Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records.

Reports any equipment problems to supervisor and/or maintenance contract personnel.

Computer is operated properly and safely.

Retrieves and prints information from database for add-on surgeries.

Case carts, house-wide procedure carts, and/or instrument drawers are assembled accurately and in a timely manner to ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are available for Surgery.

Accurately assembles supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical cases.

Disassembles case carts and returns supplies and instruments to proper locations.

May be required to recognize incorrect pick tickets while checking the surgery schedule and communicate discrepancies to the Central Sterile Specialist.

Routine and non-routine requests for materials, supplies, instruments, and equipment are responded to.

Recommends improvements in storage, distribution, or work flow for easier identifications or retrieval of instruments and supplies.

Issues and documents correct supplies or instruments and ensures the same are suitable for use.

Maintains an adequate supply of sterile packs and supplies to meet area needs, using par levels as reorder points.

Communicates immediate supply needs to supervisor.

May assist in delivery of biopsy material to the appropriate Labs.

Department quality-management indicators are recorded and maintained.

Performs biological and chemical monitoring in accordance with quality improvement standards.

Communicates growth in biological indicators and takes appropriate action according to procedures.

Integrates principles of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) action plans into daily practice through effective problem solving and utilization of resources.

Professional growth and development of self and others is promoted.

Participates in activities to constructively facilitate change.

Keeps abreast of recent changes to central processing and hospital/system standards by reading transmittals/communications within a month of distribution.

Develops and implements a plan for meeting own learning needs.

Assists in the orientation of new staff.

Attends and documents job-related in-services/conferences.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Completion of Central Service operations course or equivalent experience in Central Sterile preferred.

Skills:

Understanding of the principles and methods of sterilization.

Understanding of the importance of infection control and good aseptic techniques.

Understanding of the importance of documentation.

Thorough knowledge of instruments and scopes.

Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette.

LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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What You Will Do:


Central Process Technician II
Shift:Full Time Day 7:30am-8:00pm
Location: Laurel At UM Capital Region Medical Center, we are about to ChangeUP everything with the opening of our new hospital in 2021!
Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George's County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George's County residents.
We are looking for a Central Sterile Process Technician to join our extraordinary team at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center as a number of new career pathways makes this the perfect time for you to join our team. Our affiliation with the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) have created new pathways and makes this the perfect time for you to join our team.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to work with a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage.
• Great Work Life Balance: You will accrue paid annual leave; we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistant program.
• Competitive salary
• Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement.

General Summary
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Under the regular supervision of the Central Sterile Supervisor, orders, receives, checks and stores medical supplies. Decontaminates and cleans reusable items and medical equipment according to Department procedures. Examines sterilized supplies for damage and expiration. Packages supplies for sterilization. May lead the work of less experienced technicians in the absence of the supervisor
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What You Need to Be Successful:


High School or GED. Preferred: Completed Course Work/Program: Experience (years): Required: 2 years Preferred: 3+ Experience (describe required & preferred): Two years of experience as a Certified Central Sterile Tech in a hospital setting.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.