Job Details
Job Description:
The Central Service Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by Central Service. The employee must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of accepting pressure assignments, clerical assignments and other duties relative to the department. They must maintain a high degree of confidentiality and support the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Sterile processing experience using gas and steam, cleaning, tray assembly, wrapping and processing, specialties including OB-GYN, general surgery, ENT, Orthopedics, podiatry, pain management, and urology. Endoscopy scope cleaning and sterilization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ensures proper operating of autoclave units prior to use on a daily basis
Responsible for ensuring biological and chemical tests at beginning of every day shift if assigned and record results in appropriate log
Inspects gas and steam autoclaves for visible signs of malfunction
Processes contaminated instruments and supplies returned to Central Service
Uses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilization
Processes all items appropriately following manufacturer’s instructions
Assists with training and in-services for new and long term employees
Applies aseptic technique in daily work assignments.
Stores supplies and equipment in appropriate location
Cares for instruments, syringes, needles and special procedure items and is knowledgeable in their usage
Assures tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization.
Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam and all general equipment.
Receives and delivers surgical supplies and fills requisition requests
Capable of ordering weekly department supplies from Materials Management and outside vendors when needed
Maintains all necessary records and documentation
Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands
Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures
Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures
Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department
Requirements
*DECH is an equal opportunity employer.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Certified CRCST and CER
Basic Computer Skills
Ability to communicate effectively with department personnel, hospital personnel, medical staff, and sales and repair representatives
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENT
Clinical: Frequently lifts up to 35 pounds independently. Frequently pushes/pulls 100 pounds using mechanical and other assistive devices. Walks, stands, kneels, bends most of the time. Exhibits fine motor skills and manual dexterity necessary to perform the essential job functions of the position. Visual acuity correctable to 20/20. Color vision is necessary. Normal hearing acuity.
EXPOSURE RISK
Exposure Category I: Employee at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens.
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.
Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.
Participates in the departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.
COMPLIANCE
Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of Down East Community.
Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of Down East Community.
Communicates any concern related to compliance issues to manager of department or Compliance Officer.
Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.
Position Urgency:
Normal
Shifts:
8:30am to 1700
State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience:
Less than 1 year
Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
No Guarantee
Specialty Type:
Nursing
Sub Specialty:
Sterile Processing Technologist
Bilingual:
No
EMR Used:
Cerner
Holiday Coverage Required:
Yes
Pay Rate
$31.43 - $36.31/hour
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