Certified Senior Sterile Processing Technician ​- St. Francis Downtown

Bon Secours Health System • Greenville, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Sterile Processing Technician, under minimum supervision, oversees the work of subordinate personnel within an assigned section and shifts. They will clean, disinfect, sterilize, assemble, and dispenses instruments and supplies. The Senior Technician will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• One of the following is required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required)
• 3 years' experience (required)

Nice To Haves

• 5 years' experience preferred
• EPIC (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist in training and orientation of new personnel in departmental policies and procedures (e.g., aseptic techniques, instrument identification, tray assembly, rotation of supplies, processing, sterilizing, Steam and Ethylene oxide sterilization (EtO), and delivery of sterile items).
• Develops monthly reports, annual goals and objectives, phone inquiries, control inventory, accurate recordkeeping, attendance at special meetings, trainings as necessary, and assists with timekeeping.
• Maintains and establishes quality assurance programs by performing tests to insure proper operation of all sterilization equipment and keeps accurate records.
• Interprets graphs and data verifying safe operation of sterilizing equipment.
• Notifies Supervisor when equipment is in need of repair.
• Supervises and maintains work area in clean and orderly condition.
• Makes rounds and inspect supplies and equipment within the facility.
• Continually monitors and maintains safety standards to assure compliance with federal, state, local and department codes and regulations.
• Keeps current regarding trends and techniques through reading, in-services, and other educational programs in the Central Sterile Processing field.
• Adheres to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to designated Manager (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED