Sterile Processing Technician - Certified

Details: Department: Sterile ProcessingSchedule: Part timeShift: EveningsHours: 40 hours biweekly: 6p to 10pJob Description: High School Diploma/GED SUMMARY: Performs decontamination, sterilization, and processing of supplies and equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures. May be assigned to different areas of Sterile Processing, focusing on a variety of duties which all require the use of state-of-the-art sterile processing methods and strict adherence to established departmental policies and procedures. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Ascension Health Core Values, St. Agnes policies/procedures and applicable civil laws. Is accountable for efficient use of resources and support of the St. Agnes mission. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Cleans carts, surgical instruments, power and specialty equipment, using washer-decontaminators, sonic washer and dryer, and cart washer per established procedures. Checks equipment to determine proper functioning, and notifies appropriate person to resolve any issues identified. Keeps equipment clean. 2. Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments and specialty equipment for sterilization, distribution or storage according to department standards. 3. Checks procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy, consistency and condition of instruments, following established protocols. Initials and is accountable for all work performed. 4. Assembles and packages linen used for OR exchange and case carts and other departments throughout the hospital as necessary. Assists in assembling operating room case carts. 5. Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using steam and Sterrad 100S sterilizers. 6. Monitors sterilizers, washer-decontaminators and other equipment for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate person. 7. Inventories/stocks OR section carts, exchange carts and storage areas. Remove damaged and /or outdated items, following established policies and procedures. 8. Initials all work performed, as required. 9. Attends seminars and in-services to maintain certification and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices. 10. May serve as charge and resource person during the absence of the Lead CSP technician and/or assists with training of CSP personnel, as needed. General duties: – Consistently and independently follows established safety and infection control procedures. Intervenes in unsafe situations. – Complies with the standards of conduct and Corporate Responsibility Program and seeks guidance when in doubt. – Meets or exceeds expectations of individuals for whom service is provided. – Participates on interdepartmental, hospital and departmental committees as appropriate. Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalency Required License, Certification and/or Registration:  Current CS/SPD Certification with either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management.  Required Experience: Minimum of 400 clinical hours in a CSP department. To provide for the well-being of our patients, visitors, and staff, St. Agnes HealthCare requires that all prospective employees pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening.

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