Central Sterile Processing Tech - Patient Services Central Sterile

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).Pay Range:$23.09 - $30.01

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

36

Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)
Decontaminate, assemble and sterilize surgical instrumentation. Performs all decontamination functions for surgical instrumentation and equipment using proper infection control techniques. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and AAMI, AORN, and Joint Commission standards. Performs the assembly of surgical instrumentation and equipment and prepares them for sterilization. Able to utilize features of computerized tray tracking system. Correctly selects appropriate sterilizer method and parameters. Assembles surgical case carts.

Maintains clean and safe work environment. Manages instrument inventory to assure timely distribution of instruments to the operating room. Precepts new employees and acts as a resource person.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalency.

Experience:

One year related experience. CRCST or certified through national sterile processing program recognized by New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and

Skills:

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares instruments for decontamination by properly sorting and selecting correct process to assure integrity and prevent damage to rigid instruments, power instruments, flexible scopes, and any surgical equipment being processed. Prepares instrumentation for exposure of all surfaces to decontamination process by flushing and opening all lumens, disassembling and opening all items, and properly loading of mechanical washers. Follows all manufacturer's recommendations as required.

Wears appropriate PPE equipment in the performance of the decontamination process as outlined in the department policies and procedures.

Operates all washers, sterilizers, sonics, and all other equipment in a proper and safe manner. Employs appropriate safe use of all cleaning agents and chemicals. Follows manufacturer's instructions for operation of all equipment located within the department including washers, sonics, Sterrad, Steris, and flash sterilizers. Performs biological and diagnostic tests on sterilizers and provides accurate timely documentation of results. Notifies supervisor of any malfunctions and initiates repairs as needed.

Appropriately triages instrumentation and equipment to meet customer needs. Communicates effectively status of instrumentation and equipment to customers.

Inspects instruments and assures they are free of bio-burden and in proper working condition prior to assembling sets. Initiates repairs and performs required maintenance as needed.

Assembles correctly sets following count sheets, replaces missing instrumentation, and identifies missing items as appropriate and notifies supervisor immediately regarding critical items.

Wraps, packs, and labels all items correctly in accordance with department polices and procedures. Uses correct selection of appropriate sterilization method and sterilization parameters. Uses the appropriate indicators and integrators for the method selected. Loads sterilizer carts correctly and records all items on log. Labels items correctly and signs all work produced.

Assembles case carts…