Howley ASPIRE Pathways - Sterile Processing

Cleveland Clinic

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Description The Howley ASPIRE Pathways Program is an enrichment program sponsored by Cleveland Clinic and The Howley Foundation. This enrichment program is designed for high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in Sterile Processing (non-certified). The Howley ASPIRE Pathways Program focuses on providing participants with career information and critical skill sets to support their matriculation through higher education, post-secondary school, and beyond. This position is for existing students in the Howley ASPIRE Pathways program and will connect students to full-time Sterile Processing opportunities as part of their continuing education.

Requirements

HS diploma or equivalent GED required.
If hired after August 1, 2016, Sterile Processing certification (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CER) is required within 18 months after hire unless an extension is granted at the purview of leadership.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess the ability to multi-task and demonstrate proficiency in reading and writing.
Must have the ability to present themselves in a professional manner.
Basic computer skills are preferred.
Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting items that weigh 20-30 pounds.
Requires the ability to push a fully loaded cart weighing up to 200+ pounds.
Possible exposure to biological and chemical contamination.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to within normal range.
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare experience or a similar background in mechanical/manufacturing assembly is preferred.
Ability to use the computerized instrument tracking system to perform assigned duties, including obtaining instrument count sheets, special handling instructions for instrumentation, documenting sterilization loads, and other tasks.
Military experience , such as Hospital Corpsmen (HM), Machinery Repairman (MR), Aircraft Maintenance Technician (2A3X3), Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A), Small Arms Repairer (91F), or similar, will be considered.

Responsibilities

Performs case pull functions efficiently and accurately.
Supports departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and adapt to flexible staffing needs.
Demonstrates proper handling of equipment, instrumentation, and chemicals while adhering to preventative maintenance schedules and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards during the decontamination process.
Scans, sorts, and inspects instruments for functionality and cleanliness, assembles instruments according to provided lists, wraps, and labels them following documented procedures.
Ensures proper cleaning, decontamination, assembly, and high-level disinfection of reusable instrumentation in accordance with AAMI ST79 standards.
Monitors and controls the distribution of supplies and equipment.
Performs record-keeping functions within the electronic tracking system, including processing, sterilization, and quality assurance documentation.
Participates in in-service education to stay updated on best practices and industry standards.
Builds case carts using electronic preference cards and dispatches them to appropriate locations.
Performs other duties as assigned.