Sterilization specialist job description

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including two doses of a 2-dose series or a single dose of a 1-dose series prior to start date. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days post series completion date.

Join the Urology team at 87th Ave . as a full time Central Sterile Specialist !
In this role
you will process, sterilize, and maintain instruments by following recommended and mandated procedures to ensure the safety and sterility of reusable instruments. You will maintain knowledge of disinfection/sterilization and perform quality control procedures on a routine basis.
Schedule
for position is Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 4:30.
Pay range starts
at $17.50/hr. and goes up based on experience.


EDUCATION AND SKILLS


High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience in central sterile services preferred. Certificate of completion from a formal central sterile processing technology course preferred. National certification preferred. Ability to work independently and adhere to specific guidelines. Detailed and procedure oriented. Must have predictable and reliable attendance.


The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program which includes insurance programs covering medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, generous time off, holidays, education reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Contact your recruiter for more information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug screen, background screen, and immunization requirements.

US-OR-Portland

Type: Regular Full-Time
Emanuel Medical Ctr campus

Overview

Legacy strives to make life better for our patients, and that includes access to the implants and instruments they need for quality surgical care. Your keen sense of organization will ensure that the right tools and parts are ready for any situation, be it routine or lifesaving emergency. Here, you will realize your potential while helping to fulfill the Legacy mission of making life better for others.

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

This position works as a key team member to support Central Sterile by securing implants and related instrumentation needed for surgical procedures, tracking, repair and replacement of the required implants and related instruments. Will also facilitate the instrument and equipment intra-facility loan/borrow process.

Qualifications

Education:

Requires high school diploma or equivalent. One to two years' college education in business or health-related field, or related experience in distribution or inventory of medical supplies and equipment preferred.

Experience:

Two years' experience with any combination of Surgical Scrub Tech, Central Sterile Tech, and/or procurement of supplies, services and equipment preferably in a hospital setting required. Prior experience with surgical instrumentation strongly preferred.

Skills:

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions, medical terminology and knowledge of medical supplies and equipment required. Requires familiarity with purchasing and inventory control standards and practices, ability to effectively speak, read and write English. Must demonstrate attention to detail.

LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION
Follow guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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**General Summary**

The Central Sterile and Reprocessing Specialist (CSR) is responsible for cleaning all contaminated instruments and materials from Main OR, ASF, Labor and Delivery, Cath Lab, Hemodialysis and Emergency Room. This includes loading and operating the washers, assembling instrument trays and operating autoclaves, while maintaining quality standards. The CSR circulates case carts after receiving preference cards from surgical sites. The CSR also responds to requests for unexpected needs and emergency items 24 hrs a day 7 days a week.

**Essential Functions and Responsibilities**

1. Cleans contaminated instruments and trays using proper cleaning techniques that include knowledge of manufactures recommendations for care and handling. Uses proper attire and safety standards. Understands OSHA guidelines regarding body substance isolation.

2. May clean and assemble vendor instrument sets/specialty instrument sets and maintain relationships with vendors **.**

3. Reprocesses vendor/specialty instrument sets and trays using advanced techniques.

4. Operates complex washers utilizing proper quality and safety standards.

5. Understands need for hand washing of micro instruments and electronic devices.

6. Assembles and labels instruments for sterilization. Understands the differences between instruments and completes sets with minimal errors. Able to assemble sets from multiple services such as orthopedic, neuro, cardiothoracic, general surgery, ENT, urology, _gyn,_ and plastic surgery.

7. Autoclaves items based on manufacture recommendations. Understand quality parameters for autoclave. Understands the operation of steam andsterilizers. Review sterilizer output before releasing items for storage or use.

8. Performs quality controls as required by regulatory bodies.

9. Performs routine housekeeping chores, including but not limited to trash, soiled linen disposal, damp dusting, wiping 'down cupboard/cart shelving, sterilizer/washer interiors/exteriors/countertops and work surfaces.

**Required Education, Experience and** **Certification/Licensure**

+ Requires minimum of High School Diploma or GED.

+ Successful completion of an accredited Central Sterile Reprocessing program or six to twelve months of relevant experience desired.

+ Certification in Sterile Reprocessing desired. If non-certified, must obtain certification within one year from date of hire.

**Required Skills and Abilities**

1. Ability to teach/precept team members in specialized instrumentation reprocessing.

2. Ability to maintain productivity standards established by the department for specialized instrumentation. 3. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and reprioritize duties based on changes in volume.

4. Ability to use effective interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain relationships with vendors, customers and peers.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.