Central Sterile Technician

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Central Sterile Technician processes supplies, equipment and reusable instrumentation for patient care use.

Requirements

• Entry Level - Experience not Required.

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.
• Ensures that sterilizers and sterilizer carts are maintained, clean and in working order.
• Maintains records on all sterilizer quality controls and equipment testing results and ensures records are accurate and complete.
• Complies with infection control, safety and OSHA procedures and regulations.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees