Central Sterile Technician I, CSSR, Per Diem, Days, Evenings, Weekends

Heywood Hospital•Gardner, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for ensuring the proper operation of autoclave units, performing sterilization processes, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the Central Service department. The role involves applying aseptic techniques, handling and caring for instruments, and restocking patient care units. The technician will also participate in departmental performance improvement activities and assist with cleaning scopes.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Will work to obtain registered central service technician certification within 12 months of employment.
Has strong work ethic.
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization preferred.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization

Responsibilities

Ensures proper operation of autoclave units prior to use on a daily basis.
Runs biological and chemical tests at beginning of the day shift, and records results in the appropriate log.
Inspects gas and steam autoclaves for visible signs of malfunction and reports to Central Sterile Supervisor.
Uses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilization.
Processes all items appropriately using either ethylene oxide or steam sterilization.
Assists with processing department supply charges and any other clerical work related to the Central Service, as requested.
Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments.
Performs general cleaning of department surface areas, racks, shelves, storage cabinets and all storage area.
Stores all supplies and equipment; stocks Central Service’s dispensing racks.
Knowledgeable regarding handling and care of instruments, tray preparation and special procedure items.
Performs tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization.
Monitors sterility dates on supplies.
Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam, and all general equipment using biological and chemical control tests as required by the department.
Restocks patient care unit supply carts and reconciles charges if necessary.
If needed, makes out lost charge sheet and gives to the Nurse Manager.
Responsible for stocking all supply carts on the nursing units.
Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
Cleans all forms of scopes by hand and utilizes the medivator process to clean scopes in high level disinfection manner.
Help order supplies to maintain appropriate supply levels, facilities patient flow and turnover.
Attend any other duties that are assigned.
Helping other departments when asked.