Central Sterile Supply Technician 2
About The Position
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization. JOB SUMMARY Performs all processing duties at an advanced level including decontamination, instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization, and case cart assembly. Fulfills all processing and documentation requirements to ensure the efficient distribution of high quality sterile products that meet customer expectations Maintains advanced knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, utilization, and sterile processing. Works in collaboration with peri-operative services to provide appropriate surgical instrumentation. Ability to work independently in the absence of the Shift Lead. May function as the Shift Lead in his or her absence. May run lean Huddles.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of SPS experience
- Current "Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certification" from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc. (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from IAHCSMM required.
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
- Must obtain a minimum of 10 CEU’s (continuous education units) per year.
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of experience
- Ability to read, write and speak English required.
Responsibilities
- Performs all processing duties at an advanced level including decontamination, instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization, and case cart assembly.
- Fulfills all processing and documentation requirements to ensure the efficient distribution of high quality sterile products that meet customer expectations
- Maintains advanced knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, utilization, and sterile processing.
- Works in collaboration with peri-operative services to provide appropriate surgical instrumentation.
- Ability to work independently in the absence of the Shift Lead.
- May function as the Shift Lead in his or her absence.
- May run lean Huddles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
