Sterile Processing Tech II – Central Sterile Supply – Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide operational functions including instrument processing and terminal sterilization for various departments and entities throughout the healthcare system. Roper St. Francis Healthcare is lauded as one the best places to work in healthcare. We have a lot to be proud of. We’re the first choice for healthcare among Lowcountry families. We’ve been trusted with our neighbors’ health and wellness for generations. And as our community grows, we continue to expand our services and open our arms to provide care to our friends and family members who need it most. We are vibrant and growing. With 6,000 employees, we’re the Lowcountry’s second-largest private employer. We have nearly 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty, and our 657-bed system consists of more than 100 facilities and services across five counties. In short, there is plenty of room for growth and ever-expanding job opportunities. We are committed to excellence. Roper St. Francis Healthcare rewards exceptional performance and invests in supporting our staff. From nurses to technicians and administrative professionals, our employees share our commitment to putting patients first. We recruit and retain the most qualified workforce without regard to age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap or disability.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED) required.
• Two years’ experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation preferred.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Two years’ experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation preferred.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM) preferred or SPD Technician Certification (CSPDT) from CBSPD.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

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

What This Job Offers

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