40/D/E Certified Central Sterile Tech

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth seeks a Certified Sterilization Technician to uphold infection control and sterile practices in a comprehensive healthcare setting. Responsibilities include the cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments, maintenance of a sterile environment, and participation in ongoing educational programs. This full-time position offers excellent benefits, including paid vacation and health insurance, while being part of a respected healthcare provider in Plymouth.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick time & holiday time

Health/Dental/Vision benefits

403B with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and verbalize English.
• Certification as a Central Service Technician is required.
• Physical capability to perform job functions including lifting and standing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile technique and infection control.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare instruments.
• Assist in equipment handling and data collection for QA programs.

Skills

Sterile technique

Infection control

Equipment handling

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Job description

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COME WORK AT PLYMOUTH'S LARGEST EMPLOYER AND BE A PART OF A GREAT COMMUNITY! EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING: Only work every other weekend! Paid vacation, sick time & holiday time, Excellent Health/Dental/Vision benefits, 403B with company match, Basic Life Insurance provided at no cost, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance. Benefits are prorated for part-time positions. Duties/Responsibilities: Primary responsibility is infection control. Maintain sterile technique. Perform all duties according to procedure. Cleans, sterilizes, packages and assembles instrument sets. Assist in care and handling of equipment. i.e., suction, fracture frames, pumps, venodyne, etc. (as delineated for Equipment Control Coordinator). Responsible for cleaning reusable items including surgical pieces and processing through steam sterilizers, gas sterilizers, washer sterilizers, and ultrasonic if necessary. Responsible for waste disposal and decontamination of contaminated items. Inspects equipment and instruments through all procedural steps for condition and operation. Collects soiled instruments, kits, equipment, etc. for processing. Responsible for daily maintenance and housekeeping duties on work stations as required. Assists in collection of data for Quality Assurance Programs, ongoing. Demonstrates planning and organization in preparation for procedures in a Central Sterile environment, i.e., trays, instruments sets. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of sterile technique. Demonstrates a working knowledge in the following areas in a surgical preparation environment: vascular, ophthalmic, laparoscopic, orthopedic, O.B./Gynecology, General, Urology, Dental, E.N.T., neuro and plastic. Participates in ongoing education programs. Demonstrates knowledge the function and operation of equipment in a Central Sterile environment. Attends/completes Job Certification Program and documents all hospital mandatory in-service programs, i.e., fire, safety, infection control, etc. Growth potential for surgical case carts, sterilization containers, and CSR-computerized application. It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required. Education/Experience Required: Ability to read and write and verbalize English, HS Diploma or equivalent. Registration/Certification: Certified Central Service Technician (CRCST) issued by International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM). Physical/Environmental Requirements: This job requires frequent bending, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, walking and lifting over 10 lbs. There will be occasional need for climbing stairs, lifting in excess of 50 – 100 lbs and sitting. Constant use of hearing, sight and speech. Frequent use of smell and touch. Frequent keyboard and telephone use. Constant concentration and problem solving. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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