Sterile Processing Tech II

Hartford Healthcare•Manchester, CT

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for de-contamination, processing, assembling and sterilizing instruments and equipment. Responsible for the disinfection and restocking of Isolation, Emergency Carts and other patient care equipment. Works within the guidelines for infection control, JCAHO, OSHA and AAMI to assure sterility of supplies, to provide and maintain necessary levels. Provides leadership and expertise to staff members in the absence of Management. Communicate efficiently with staff.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Certification in Sterile Processing through a nationally accredited central service organization such as the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare & Sterile Processing Association (IAHCSMM) is required. (CRCST or CBSPD accepted.)
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain a driving record free of any violations and pass a safe driving educational program upon hire and annually thereafter in order to participate in the Fleet Vehicle Program.
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician I.
Requires advanced and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of sterile processing principles.
Requires good problem-solving techniques.
Must be able to read, write and speak clearly using the English language.

Nice To Haves

Personal computer skill and experience is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

De-contamination, processing, assembling and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
Disinfection and restocking of Isolation, Emergency Carts and other patient care equipment.
Assure sterility of supplies, to provide and maintain necessary levels within the guidelines for infection control, JCAHO, OSHA and AAMI.
Provides leadership and expertise to staff members in the absence of Management.
Communicate efficiently with staff.