Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Surgical Services - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - JDCH

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Receives, cleans, sterilizes and stores surgical instruments and equipment.

Responsibilities:

Performs and documents required quality assurance testing and inspections.Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods and substances.Properly disposes of bio-hazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and supplies.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, EQUIPMENT STERILIZATION, HAND HYGIENE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (2), RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK

Education and Certification Requirements:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Certified Central Service Vendor Partner (CCSVP) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), Certified Endoscope Preprocessor (CER) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Manager (CSPDM) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD), Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience: One (1) year of related experience required.

Other Information: Must be certified as CPSDT or any other Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA, formerly IAHCSMM) certifications listed:Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Manager (CSPDM), Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM), Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Endoscope Preprocessor (CER), or Certified Central Service Vendor Partner (CCSVP)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• •Bending and Stooping = 0%
• •Climbing = 0%
• •Keyboard Entry = 80%
• •Kneeling = 0%
• •Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
• •Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• •Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• •Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• •Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• •Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• •Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• •Reaching = 60%
• •Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%
• •Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 0%
• •Running = 0%
• •Sitting = 40%
• •Squatting = 40%
• •Standing = 80%
• •Walking = 80%
• •Audible Speech = 80%
• •Hearing Acuity = 80%
• •Smelling Acuity = 0%
• •Taste Discrimination = 0%
• •Depth Perception = 80%
• •Distinguish Color = 80%
• •Seeing - Far = 80%
• •Seeing - Near = 80%
• •Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
• •Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
• •Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
• •Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
• •Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
• •Asbestos = 0%
• •Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
• •Dust = 60%
• •Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%
• •Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
• •Hazardous Medication = 80%
• •Latex = 60%
• •Computer Monitor = 80%
• •Domestic Animals = 0%
• •Extreme Heat/Cold = 60%
• •Fire Risk = 40%
• •Hazardous Noise = 80%
• •Heating Devices = 80%
• •Hypoxia = 0%
• •Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• •Magnetic Fields = 0%
• •Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
• •Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%
• •Potential Electric Shock = 40%
• •Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
• •Radiation = 0%
• •Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• •Unprotected Heights = 0%
• •Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift:

Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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