INSTRUMENT PROCESSING TECH / SPT

Job Description:
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for performing delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient.
Essential Functions:
-Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Core Charge RN, and Core Supervisor, the Sterile Processing Technician prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
-The Sterile Processing Technician cleans, packages, and processes surgical equipment and instrumentation, as well as maintains inventory and storage of supplies in the core.
-The Sterile Processing Technician manages multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.
-Responsible to operate and troubleshoot power equipment to process instruments (i.e. autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).
Schedule details: Mon-Fri, 2-1030PM, **Overtime is required**, no weekends, no holidays, no call.
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Skills:

Required Skills & Experience: -Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. -Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner. -Demonstrated patient-centered and customer focused communication skills. -Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level. Preferred Skills & Experience: -Prefer two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years. -Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years. -Prefer knowledge of medical terminology. General Urology and GYN, Robotics Davinci

Education:

Required Education: -High School diploma or GED. Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire. -Must be 18 years of age prior to start date. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -Vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years. OR -Two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years. OR -At least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years. Required by manager prior to start date: CBSPD or CRCST Not required - BLS Certifications & Licenses: CBSPD CRCST Healthcare Sterile Processing Association Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST)