Sterile Processing Tech - Central Sterile - St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

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• This position is represented by a collective Bargaining agreement.

  MISSION

  The mission of Mercy Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus by improving the health of our communities with emphasis on people who are poor and underserved.

  SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the reprocessing of reusable instruments and equipment in the Sterile Processing department of St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center. Responsibilities include the cleaning packaging sterilization and distribution of reusables. Completes the OR case carts. Maintains appropriate Infection Control and JCAHO standards in work area. Works under the direction of the Lead Surgical Tech Surgery Coordinator and Perioperative Nurse Manager.

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Must possess CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certificate or obtain within one year of hire.

  EDUCATION:

  High School Diploma required.

  EXPERIENCE:

  Prior Central Service or Surgery experience preferred.

  KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

  Basic Level Skills

  Follows detailed written and oral instructions.

  Completes specific routine tasks.

  Requires reading writing and arithmetic skills

  Must possess basic computer skills

  Operate equipment/machinery.

  PRINCIPAL JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  1. Assures the maintenance of adequate stock on hand.

  a. Monitors inventory levels to maintain targeted turnover rates and customer fillrates.

  b. Coordinates with the inventory coordinator for replenishment of needed items.

  c. Avoids excessive buildup of stock.

  d. Maintains a neat clean work environment through all processing areas; maintains neat and accurate files.

  e. Ensures requisitions are processed accurately and timely.

  f. Ensures proper organization location rotation and identification of reusable supplies.

  g. Assures that proper entries are made on stock issues receipts and returns to maintain an accurate perpetual inventory.

  2. Completes the sterile reprocessing of surgical instrumentation and linen packs.

  a. Follows procedures and standards for preparing and handling sterile items.

  b. Is able to demonstrates appropriate procedures to such as the use of sterilizers setting up surgical and/or treatment trays.

  c. Ensures that aseptic techniques are employed in the preparation and handling of sterile supplies. Adheres to departmental dress code particularly inthe decontamination area.

  d. Assists with orientation and inservice training for all sterile supply personnel.

  e. Maintains accurate documentation of sterilization logs and bacteriological indicators. Assures accurate productivity and quality record keeping.

  f. Works closely with the operating room and other ancillary areas on tray setups.

  g. Ensures that OR case gathering is performed in a accurate and timely basis.

  h. Assures that patient care equipment is cleaned and set up appropriately.

  6. Interpersonal Relations:

  a. Communicates with Surgery in a courteous and efficient manner regarding stat case carts requests for additional instrumentation and problems.

  b. Provides appropriate and timely followup to questions regarding the status of a particular item.

  c. Informs the manager of shortages in supplies used for processing instruments and equipment.

  d. Works with manager to solve problems and improve work environment.

  7. Must adhere to the hospital policy for maintaining confidentiality. Uses a PC to access surgery schedule and to generate surgical case cart pick list. Must maintain confidentiality of surgical patient information.

  Job Accountabilities other

  1. Participates in educational programs inservices and seminars as assigned. Attends meetings as required.

  2. Performs all related tasks and duties as assigned by the manager or designate.

  The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform jobrelated tasks other than those stated in this description.

  SHIFT/SCHEDULE

  Part Time Scheduled for 20 Weekly Hours.

  Shift Time This position works All shifts.

  This position will have scheduled shifts every other weekend.

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all 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 .