Certified Sterile Processing Technician (PRN) St. Anne Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Work Shift:

Afternoons/Nights (United States of America)

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Harmonized - Sterile Processing Technician Certified St. Anne Hospital

Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Technician Certified under general supervision will inspect clean assemble test and processes patient care equipment supplies and instruments according to established policies and procedures and according to manufacturers instructions for use. They will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) The Joint Commission (JCAHO) Center for Disease Control (CDC) and state standards of practice. Primary duties may vary depending on area assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturers instructions for use.
• Applies proper knowledge of various detergents and chemical disinfectants for use in the decontamination and removal of blood bone and other body tissues from contaminated surgical equipment. Adheres to standard precautions while performing cleaning and sterilization duties.
• Inventories stocks and delivers supplies carts equipment to all facility areas as indicated per facility guidelines. Orders restocks labels and maintains proper inventory levels. Rotates stock inspecting for outdates per market requirements.
• Performs and documents quality control aspects of sterile processing using various information technology systems focusing on instrument tracking surgery schedules surgeon preference cards supply ordering and management. Accurately maintains comprehensive quality assurance standards related to sterilization and infection control.
• Operates and understands various sterilizers and sterilizing techniques required to produce sterile packages for use in the surgical setting keeping package assembly aseptic protocols in mind. Monitors sterilization regularly ensuring quality assurance through chemical and biological indicators and integrators.
• Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.
• Identifies and resolves infection control issues in and around transport of biological hazardous materials including the use of universal precautions and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as sterile product identification.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the operation and testing of washers and/or disinfectors steam and hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilizers and other facility specific equipment and instrumentation.
• Identifies surgical instrumentation by surgical specialty: General Gynecological Robotic ENT Orthopedics Neurological Vascular Obstetrical Urological etcetera. Including functionality testing assembly and disassembly as required according to manufacturers instructions for use.
• Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and students as assigned.
• Participates in the continuing development of personnel in the Operating Room.
• Accessible for on call as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• One of the following is required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required)

Experience:

• Recent experience in surgical setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to Follow Instructions

• Able to Work Independently

• Able to work under pressure

• Anatomy

• Anticipate Needs

• Communication

• Communication with multi-levels

• Computer skills

• Critical Thinking

• HIPAA

• Infection Control

• Knowledge of AAMI Recommendations

• Move with a sense of urgency

• Possess Surgical Conscience

• Preceptor

• Professionalism

• Self-Directed

• Sterile processing workflow

• Takes Direction

• Teamwork

Training:

• EPIC (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre 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 short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Central Sterile - St. Anne - Central Sterile

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 a ll 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 youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email 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 .

Required Experience:

IC