Per diem Central Sterile technician

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Milton, GA

1d•$25 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent GED) and graduate of a CSPD training program required unless grandfathered due to sufficient current CSPD work experience.
Graduates of CSPD program; current CSPD experience preferred.
Computer skills, (Meditech, Instrument Management System preferred)
The nature of the tasks/responsibilities required of employees in this position will likely expose them to blood and body fluids. Employees will be oriented to and required to understand and follow the standard precautions for infection control.

Nice To Haves

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) preferred or certification required within 6 months hire date.

Responsibilities

Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly and sterilization of instrumentation.
Adhere to standard precautions.
Follow safety procedures and manufacturer’s instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
Operate equipment used in the sterile processing area safely and according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
Monitor, interpret, and document results of mechanical, chemical and biological indicators for sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas.
Prepare and distribute surgical case carts.
Oversee the quality standard for handling and storing of materials and supplies used for sterile processing services and functions.
Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.
Assists with improving the quality of central sterile processing services.
May be required to perform similar or related duties as may be necessary on an emergency basis or as designated by the department manager or supervisor.