Certified Sterile Processing Tech SPT

Fisher-Titus Health • Norwalk, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Processes and distributes disposable and reusable medical/surgical supplies in accordance with departmental and Hospital policies and procedures. Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification by International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
• BLS Certification required within 90 days.
• Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.
• Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment.
• Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty.
• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.
• Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.
• Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.
• Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one-year Central Services and Supplies, or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic concepts of infection control and can adapt this knowledge to sterile processing procedures.
• Decontamination area - correctly sorts according to heat sensitivity and immersability, all items are washed and thoroughly inspected.
• Decontamination area - demonstrates the safe use of processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners and washers.
• Assembly and packaging - inspects all instruments for alignment, sharpness, and cleanliness, wraps and assembles instruments and sets accurately and correctly labels contents.
• Sterilization - determines appropriate mode of sterilization for all reusable items, correctly loads and operates all sterilization equipment.
• Recording and Testing - performs and accurately documents Bowie-Dick, chemical integrators, biological testing for all sterilization equipment.
• Stock and Inventory - demonstrates proper care and handling of instruments and equipment.
• Rotates disposable stock and maintains inventory levels of stock in the department.
• Utilizes department manuals and on-line resources to clarify sterilization parameters to follow the manufactures IFU.
• 100% completion of department specific required annual competencies.
• Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.
• Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time
• Engages in active listening skills
• Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
• Uses key words at key times
• Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques
• Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time
• Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
• Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
• Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
• Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
• Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care
• Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time
• Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
• Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something
• Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time
• Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care
• Engages in practices that will continually improve processes

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus offered.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!
• Shift, Weekend & PRN differential

What This Job Offers

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