Sterile Processing Tech II - Central Sterile Supply - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Evenings (United States of America)

Shift: Monday - Friday 11am to 7:30 pm. Holiday coverage required .

Job Summary: 

To provide operational functions including instrument processing and terminal sterilization for various departments and entities throughout the healthcare system.         

Minimum Qualifications:         

Education: High school graduate or equivalent (GED) required.

STERILE PROCESSING TECH II:

Experience: Two years’ experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Certification in sterile processing required. A qualified candidate must be a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM) preferred or SPD Technician Certification (CSPDT) from CBSPD.

Primary Source Verification:  https://www.sterileprocessing.org/verify.html or http://www.iahcsmm.org/portal/TempHRverification.html

Knowledge/Skills: 

Attention to detail. Familiarity with computers and various computer programs. Respectful of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment. Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team inter and intra departmentally. Able to communicate clearly and concisely. Demonstrates ability to use the instrument tracking system or preference sheet system for proper tracking and set preparation. Able to interpret and apply professional guidelines/standards (AAMI/AORN). Able to identify problems and recommend solutions/application of critical thinking. Able to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Other:

Participates in maintaining proper inventory levels of supplies and instruments in all areas of the department. Participates in department’s performance improvement initiatives. Maintains current knowledge and pursues professional growth and development to include certification or maintenance of certification. Demonstrates a clear understanding of all sterilization control measures and ensures documentation is complete, accurate, and presentable. Performs all assigned duties in decontamination area. Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of equipment and personal protective equipment. Maintains OSHA standards of care and guidelines. Performs all assigned duties while in the assembly and packaging area. Inspects, assembles, and wraps instrument sets according to policy and recommended procedures. Reports instrument/equipment malfunction to shift leader or manager. Takes responsibility for ensuring that loaner sets are available and sterile as required.

Contacts:

Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) physicians and employees.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. 

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Central Sterile (SPD) - St Francis Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].