Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Endoscopy

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

99d

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Regional Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services. A Central Sterile Processing Technician, Non-Certified is responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly, and high-level disinfection of all reusable medical instrumentation. Maintains high standards consistency and continuous product flow between the OR and Sterile Processing. Responsible for maintaining adequate supply levels in sterile storage area, rotating stock as appropriate pulling case carts for the daily surgical schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of computer required.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and care/cleaning strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques preferred.
• Certification in Sterile Processing and/or Technology required within 2 years of hire date - CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA).

Responsibilities

• Cleans, decontaminates, assembles, and disinfects scope trays and equipment following established tray lists and manufacture's recommendations.
• Maintains communication with customers and departments regarding requests and delivery of sterile supplies.
• Promotes best practice by demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care.
• Performs assigned duties to maintain unit in a state of survey readiness and maintain quality initiatives.
• Uses the computerized instrument tracking system in the performance of assigned duties.
• Adheres to unit programs to support patient care such as maintaining a quiet environment and customer service.
• Efficient and punctual distribution of case carts, equipment, and stat supplies to the OR.
• Maintain accurate log for equipment out for repair.
• Tests operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and reports problems to appropriate leadership.
• Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Benefits

• 2,500 Commitment Bonus for Newly Hired Team Members

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees