Central Services Technician I - NBMC (Per Diem, Variable)
About The Position
The Central Services Technician I is accountable to the Central Service Manager and, under direct supervision, completes assigned tasks involving reusable medical devices and patient care equipment. The role follows approved infection-control, quality-assurance, and departmental policies and procedures, and supports Surgery, medical departments, and clinics by collecting, cleaning, decontaminating, disinfecting, and/or sterilizing surgical instruments, trays, packs, reusable medical devices, and patient care equipment. The technician operates equipment used to reprocess instruments and equipment, completes quality-assurance documentation for each sterilization load, validates and maintains event-related protocols and records for disinfection and sterilization parameters, and performs all Central Service assignments proficiently. The role may also erect orthopedic traction as instructed, comply with facility safety procedures, and take prompt corrective action when hazards are identified. The position is expected to meet or exceed organizational standards for Joint Commission, Patient Safety, and the Department of Health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current Central Service/Sterile Processing and Distribution certification through either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CSPD) or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM).
- Upon completing 18 months of employment as a CS Tech I, obtain Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor certification through CSPD.
- Computer skills and documentation accuracy.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a formalized training program in Central Service or Surgical Technology.
- At least two years of hospital, Central Service, or Operating Room experience with computer data-entry experience; alternatively, completion of a formalized training program in Central Service or Surgical Technology is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow approved infection-control, quality-assurance, and departmental policies and procedures under direct supervision.
- Collect, clean, decontaminate, disinfect, and/or sterilize surgical instruments, trays, packs, reusable medical devices, and patient care equipment for Surgery, medical departments, and clinics.
- Operate equipment necessary for reprocessing instrumentation and equipment.
- Complete quality-assurance documentation for each sterilization load.
- Validate and maintain event-related protocols, disinfection and/or sterilization load parameters, and records.
- Apply proficient skills across all Central Service assignments.
- Erect orthopedic traction as instructed.
- Comply with facility safety policies and procedures, including those concerning bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
- Take prompt corrective action when a hazard is identified, including reporting or removing it as appropriate.
- Meet or exceed organizational standards for Joint Commission, Patient Safety, and the Department of Health.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence.
Benefits
- Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, disability, and long-term care coverage; paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; education reimbursement for eligible roles; professional development and training programs; Employee Assistance Program; wellness programs; recognition programs; shift differentials; and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
