C S Tech - FT 2nd Shift Positions - Bronson Battle Creek **Sign-On Bonus Eligible Up to $20,000**

Bronson Healthcare • Battle Creek, MI

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About The Position

The Central Services Technician II is responsible for all aspects of decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storing, and dispensing of surgical instrumentation. The Central Services Tech II will demonstrate a working knowledge of infection control and aseptic technique and how it pertains to surgical instrumentation and equipment and demonstrate an advanced knowledge of various instruments/sets. This position is also responsible to identify disposable items needed for surgical cases and utilize critical thinking to respond to needs of the Operating Room or other clinical areas. This position reports to the manager and works cooperatively with all levels of staff in surgery. Employees in this role must practice within the guidelines of the Reprocessing Department policies and procedures. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years experience working in a reprocessing/sterilization department.
• Certification as a CRCST or CSPDT.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from documents.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to utilize computer programs.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and medical terminology.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and moving items.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Previous leadership or preceptor experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storing, and dispensing of surgical instrumentation.
• Demonstrate knowledge of infection control and aseptic technique.
• Identify disposable items needed for surgical cases.
• Utilize critical thinking to respond to needs of the Operating Room or other clinical areas.
• Practice within the guidelines of the Reprocessing Department policies and procedures.
• Provide technical support for areas that process reusable items.
• Ensure processed items are appropriately disinfected or sterilized.
• Conduct accurate inventory and establish par levels.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Document work tasks and participate in continuing education.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Eligible Up to $20,000
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Participation in quality/process improvement teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees