Sterile Processing Tech-Lead

BJC HealthCare • Creve Coeur, MO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring for a Sterile Processing Tech - Lead for the Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. As a lead tech, you will be responsible for ensuring all our surgical cases have the correct instrumentation for every case as well as ensuring that same day turn-overs are completed on time. Our ideal candidate will be a Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST). Barnes-Jewish West County Central Sterile Processing Department provides a service that is an integral part of the quality of care that we provide for our patients. We ensure the integrity and sterility of our products and services for our customers. We control all parts of the sterilization process: decontamination, prep & pack, documentation of sterilization records, and sterile storage.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• <2 years experience
• No Supervisor Experience
• Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise
• Must be Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST)
• Must be Certified

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all surgical cases have the correct instrumentation for every case.
• Ensuring same day turn-overs are completed on time.
• Assists the supervisor in providing quality, cost-effective decontamination, sterilization, and distribution services.
• Trains and directs CSPD staff, problem solves equipment failures and functions as a charge person in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Assembles and processes instruments sets, trays, supplies and linen; prioritizes trays and tasks according to the surgery schedule.
• Utilizes and troubleshoots steam sterilizers.
• Serves as the primary coordinator between surgical services and central supply sterile processing department in assigned clinical service area.
• Provides training and guidance to staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

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