Central Sterile Technician II

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest • Little Rock, AR

9d

About The Position

Process Instruments and supplies for patient care. As well a monitor and assets in maintaining AAMI standards within the department. Assets Coordinators and Leads with any special projects.

Requirements

• 2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Material Management (IAHCSMM)

Responsibilities

• Promptly decontaminates instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Washes, organizes and sterilizes instruments following established procedures.
• Assembles and packages instrument trays, linen packs and supply items.
• Assembles instrument trays, according to count sheet and AAMI standards, locating missing items and communicating with lead/Manager regarding missing instruments or need for changes to the count sheet.
• Operates sterilizers and monitors sterilization gauges, charts, tapes and biological/chemical indicators to ensure adequate sterilization. Notifies lead/manager of any concerns.
• Performs as resource SPD tech and assists with oversight of quality processes according to AAMI standards and manager's instructions.
• Maintain records for all sterilization quality control and equipment testing results, ensures records are accurate, reports differences to Quality Coordinator/Manager.
• Ensures sterilizer carts are maintained, clean and in working order.
• Helps to ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment exists in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the appropriate department.
• Acts as a mentor and trainer for new hire technicians to maintain excellent quality in production, outcomes, and positive teamwork
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed