Central Processing Technician Evenings

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley•Pleasanton, CA

2d•$32 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Disassembles, cleans, assembles, sterilizes, and stores procedure trays, instruments, equipment and supplies according to prescribed procedures and aseptic technique under direct supervision. Completes requests to dispense equipment and supplies and assists in maintaining and processing patient charge records and maintaining department inventory.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
1+ year to 2 years applicable experience
Basic computer skill
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance, Safety and Infection Control guidelines
Strong attention to detail
Strong command of the English language – reading, writing and speaking.
Strong interpersonal skills
Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required

Nice To Haves

CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician preferred

Responsibilities

Sterilizes instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various types of autoclaves.
Loads autoclaves in the prescribed manner and set controls to specified time and temperature according to manufacturer’s requirements of items being sterilized.
Reads autoclave graph to verify appropriate sterilization cycle and provides required records for inspection.
Assembles all instrument procedure trays and packs according to the prescribed manner using count sheets.
Wraps and handles packages for sterilization following the procedure.
Communicates with supervisor when unable to replace parts or when equipment is deficient in the work area to keep accurate count sheets.
Dispenses sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies per department request.
Disassembles, cleans, reassembles and tests portable equipment using approved disinfectants, detergents, soaps and cleaners to ensure proper functioning
Assists in orientation of new employees to each work assignment area and overall department operation.
Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital.