Tech-Instrument Certified - T8211

SSM Health • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Instrument Room Lead Technician, responsible for decontamination, cleaning, sorting, tray assembly and sterilization of instruments. Maintains knowledge of instruments functions. ABI variant: Under the direction of the Surgical Coordinator.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Certification as a CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician)
• 1 year hospital experience
• instrument room experience preferred
• Must be able to work alone, with others, and around others.
• Must be able to tolerate prolonged, extensive, or considerable sitting, standing, and walking
• Must be able to carry equipment and supplies
• Must be able to read and write
• Must be able to communicate information in a manner appropriate for intended audiences
• Must have manual dexterity
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and push/pull 100+ pounds.
• Must be able to work independently and in groups, in a quiet or distractible environment, on a structured or unstructured task
• Must have good organization, planning, reasoning, judgment, problem solving, safety awareness skills, and cognitive flexibility
• Ability to operate and perform maintenance on a PC -based Instrument Tracking System (basic computer skills).
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Nice To Haves

• instrument room experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assures all trays are cleaned and processed correctly and instruments are inspected for any defects that might affect their usage.
• All instruments are properly decontaminated.
• All trays are assembled correctly, according to instrument lists.
• All instrument count sheets are signed by person assembling tray.
• Produce a high volume of quality work.
• Able to operate all equipment necessary to complete job.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize the computer.
• Actively seeks ways to develop skills.
• Personal Protective Attire should be worn when decontaminating instruments.
• Automatic and/or manual cleaning methods of equal effectiveness should be used.
• Cleans appropriately.
• Participates in preventative maintenance.
• Instruments are inspected.
• Instruments in disrepair should be labeled and taken out of service.
• Instruments that are to be stored after decontamination/sterilization should be dried thoroughly.
• Instruments with moveable parts should be disassembled when placed in trays designed for sterilization.
• Performs biological, chemical and mechanical monitoring of the sterilization functions in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Sterilizes instruments, equipment and supplies as required; handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately.
• Appropriately and precisely processes trays, packs and peel pouch items.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of cleaning, decontamination, sterilization and instrumentation.
• Maintains inventory of area.
• Adheres to all unit standards, policies, procedures when implementing clinical and technical aspects of duties.
• Participates in learning experiences that increase professional competence.
• Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice.
• Is at work as scheduled and begins duties promptly at start of shift.
• Maintains currency in all hospital / unit information, communication, policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings / reviews minutes when absent.
• Keeps up to date with policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands.
• Responds positively to change.
• Provides assistance and support to peers, co-workers and other team members.
• Adapts positively to changes in unplanned work load and job demands.
• Acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency.
• Assumes responsibility for completing all mandatory requirements.
• Maintains current certification (if applicable)
• Yearly TB screening
• Annual Ethics Training (Initial Ethics, if new employee)
• Annual safety training
• Required information security course
• Required Abuse and Neglects course
• Annual blood borne pathogen training
• Coursework as assigned for .Edu
• Annual competency/skill day
• Age/Population specific competency
• Orientation competency (if new hire)
• Successful completion (and maintenance) of certification as a CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) within two years of 9/1/11 or date of hire for employees hired thereafter.
• Orients and/or precepts new employees when required.
• Participates in maintains a collaborative team approach toward work.
• Functions as a resource person to co-workers, medical staff, and other members.
• Utilizes Chain of Command effectively.
• Practices according to safety and infection control policies.
• Demonstrates ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, in order to assure and promote a culture of safety.
• Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
• Maintains clutter free environment.
• Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum.
• Adheres to dress code.
• Reports variation from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedure.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Demonstrates courtesy, compassion, and respect.
• Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service.
• Meets physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional needs of patients and families
• Apologizes for mix-up and delay.
• Maintains a non-judgmental attitude.
• Respects the dignity of patients by providing privacy, comfort, and confidentiality of information.
• Listens to staff/patient/family concerns and addresses needs.
• Allows time for questions.
• Relays information to family in surgical waiting room (if necessary).
• Communication is timely and effective.
• Assists in developing and implementing operating room goals.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement, participates in data collection when requested, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority and works toward problem resolution.
• Participates in performance/process improvement process.
• Participates in research activities in the operating room.
• Uses resources efficiently.
• Recommends change in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste.
• Prioritizes responsibilities.
• Utilizes non-clinical time in a constructive manner, i.e. .Edu, mandatory education requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED