Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Defiance Hospital - Sterile Services

ProMedica • Defiance, OH

20h • Onsite

About The Position

A Certified Sterile Technician maintains proper infection control procedures by cleaning, inspecting, assembling, wrapping and sterilizing all reusable items at ProMedica. You will make sure aseptic procedures are followed and comply with appropriate policies while performing Central Sterile duties. In this role, you will manage OR stock and supplies, monitor PAR levels and order supplies as needed. This position also will help nursing staff with patient admissions, transfers, discharges and transportation.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification: Must be Certified in Sterile Processing.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, checks, assembles, wraps, and sterilizes all reusable items.
• Cleans Autoclaves weekly.
• Uses aseptic procedures and complies with appropriate policies in performing Central Sterile (CS) duties.
• Runs and maintains the Steris System.
• Handles contaminated items using proper infection control procedures.
• Maintains OR stock and supplies.
• Checks PAR levels, and orders appropriately.
• Generates orders for special order items as directed by Charge Nurse or Unit Director.
• Performs routine clerical functions related to supplies.
• Assists nursing personnel with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Transports patients using appropriate safety measures.
• Recognizes and prioritizes assignments appropriately.
• Maintains daily quality control records.
• Assists with transportation and handling of surgical specimens.
• Performs all related duties as requested or required.

Benefits

• We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.
• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact [email protected]
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees