Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Night - 8 hour shift (United States of America)

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Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.

A Brief Overview
The Certified Sterile Processing Technician cares for an maintains all surgical instrumentation, sterilization devices, instrument washers and monitoring systems under the supervision of surgical leadership and based on policies and procedures of the Surgical Services Department, based on AORN recommendations and DHEC regulations.

What you will do

• Applies knowledge and experience of principles of Universal Precautions, sterile processing, and aseptic techniques.
• Has knowledge of the rhythm of surgical procedures and the purpose of instruments included in the instrument sets
• Following established protocol, process surgical instruments and scopes through initial wash, set/reset of surgical trays, wrap and process through sterilizers/autoclaves
• Routinely tests effectiveness of sterilizers and records outcomes
• At all times, handle instruments and scopes as if they are intended to last a lifetime
• Ensures supplies are always on hand to perform functions of the sterilization lab
• Assist in the maintenance of the physician’s preference cards, relative to required instruments and supplies
• Has knowledge and understanding of hospital system policies, including but not limited to, safety, infection control and risk management policies and procedures
• Is knowledgeable and adheres to regulatory requirements (CDC and State) and accreditation standards
• Cultivates a cohesive work environment by supporting and working effectively with teammates, both clinical and non-clinical; promotes teamwork and willing to assist where needed to ensure a smooth workday for all

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required or

Experience Qualifications

• Previous experience in Sterile Supply Required
• Surgical Technician training or experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Requires the use of computers, EMR software
• Ability to make sound, reasonable decisions
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptiveness to change
• Ability to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situations with tact
• Highly organized with ability to concentrate on many detailed requests despite numerous interruptions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with physicians, nurses, and other hospital staff

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution by the Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Required or
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Required
• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire. Recertification every two years is Required

Physical Demand
Medium Physical Demand
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.