Sterile Supply Assistant
Sterile Supply Assistant
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Job Description
Leading the sterilization of surgical instrumentation for the Orthopedic and Spine surgical sets within the department of Sterile Processing. Reporting to Ortho Associate they complete decontaminating inspecting assembling disassembling packaging and sterilizing reusable surgical sets; operating equipment for the sterilization of complex and simple surgical sets using various methods; recording the monitoring of sterilization and decontamination of equipment; communicating with vendors and surgeons circulating nurses and surgical technicians regarding preparedness for use of the surgical sets; recognizing recurring problems and implementing corrective action as needed; severs as the contact person to handle surgical sets needs/problems during surgeries throughout their shift. This position will be responsible for keeping people updated on changing technology. They will ensure complete and efficient set turnaround times for the following day and trauma readiness for ortho and spine cases.
Associates and 2 years of relevant sterilizing reusable surgical sets experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Nationally accredited central service technician exam AND current certification administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization as a registered central service technician sterile processing and distribution technician or possession of a substantially equivalent credential OR Evidence of employment as a Central Service Technician in a Healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year between January 1 2011 and January 1 2015. OR Examination and certification as described above within eighteen months of hire required. Progressive leadership experience required. Excellent communication and deescalation skills necessary.
Candidates with experience sterilizing Orthopedic and Spine surgical sets preferred.
MonFri 3p 11:30p weekends and holidays rotating based on department need
Employment Type
Full-Time
