Sterile Processing Tech I or II - Central Sterile Supply - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Evenings/Nights (United States of America) Shift: 3pm-11pm Job Summary: To provide operational functions including instrument processing and terminal sterilization for various departments and entities throughout the healthcare system.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED) required.
• Attention to detail.
• Familiarity with computers and various computer programs.
• Respectful of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team inter and intra departmentally.
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrates ability to use the instrument tracking system or preference sheet system for proper tracking and set preparation.
• Able to interpret and apply professional guidelines/standards (AAMI/AORN).
• Able to identify problems and recommend solutions/application of critical thinking.
• Able to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• STERILE PROCESSING TECH I: One year experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation preferred.
• STERILE PROCESSING TECH II: Two years’ experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation preferred.
• STERILE PROCESSING TECH II: Certification in sterile processing required. A qualified candidate must be a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM) preferred or SPD Technician Certification (CSPDT) from CBSPD.

Nice To Haves

• STERILE PROCESSING TECH I: Certification in sterile processing after hire highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in maintaining proper inventory levels of supplies and instruments in all areas of the department.
• Participates in department’s performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintains current knowledge and pursues professional growth and development to include certification or maintenance of certification.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of all sterilization control measures and ensures documentation is complete, accurate, and presentable.
• Performs all assigned duties in decontamination area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Maintains OSHA standards of care and guidelines.
• Performs all assigned duties while in the assembly and packaging area.
• Inspects, assembles, and wraps instrument sets according to policy and recommended procedures.
• Reports instrument/equipment malfunction to shift leader or manager.
• Takes responsibility for ensuring that loaner sets are available and sterile as required.
• Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) physicians and employees.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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