Location
BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital
Title
C S Technician - Sterile Processing - PRN - Bronson Methodist Hospital
Job Description
Join Our Sterilization and Reprocessing Team at Bronson Methodist Hospital! Are you ready to advance your career in a supportive, patient‑focused environment? Bronson Methodist Hospital is looking for compassionate and dedicated C S Techs to join our team.
Why Choose Bronson
- Day 1 health benefits – no waiting period
- Competitive pay with opportunities for growth and advancement
- Generous PTO accrual to support work‑life balance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
- Tuition reimbursement to further your education
- Wellness benefits to support your overall health
- Sign‑On Bonuses Available
Sign‑On Bonuses
- Up to $3,000 for C S Techs with less than 1 year of experience
- Up to $20,000 for experienced C S Techs
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all aspects of decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storing and dispensing of surgical instrumentation.
- Obtain a working knowledge of infection control as it pertains to surgical instrumentation and equipment and learn the various instruments/sets.
- Become familiar with medical terminology and basic anatomy.
- Identify disposable items needed in surgical cases so they can be pulled when required for case carts or as requested.
- Practice within the guidelines of the Reprocessing Department policies and procedures.
- Maintain and demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Successful completion of organization, unit, and job‑specific competencies within a 90‑day orientation period (may be extended for an additional 30 days at manager discretion).
- Ability to read and interpret documents including surgical schedules, sterilizer printouts, instructions for use (IFU’s), policies, procedures, and other written communication.
- Effective and professional communication skills in person, telephone or intercom.
- Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, decimals, fractions).
- Computer proficiency including email, instrument‑tracking programs, computer‑based learning applications, and internet searches.
- Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, medical terminology, human anatomy, sterilization practices, basic microbiology, and aseptic technique.
- Excellent hand‑eye coordination, color differentiation, routine lifting of up to 30 pounds and occasional lifting, pushing, pulling or moving of bulky or awkward items or items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to rotate to all areas of a Sterile Processing/Central Services Department.
- Ability to manage stressful situations and multiple job tasks calmly and professionally.
- Customer‑service orientation and ability to provide consistent, excellent service to stakeholders.
- Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information including knowledge of HIPAA and other regulations.
- Completion of a Central Services Technology Program or six months experience in a Sterile Processing/Central Services environment is preferred.
Core Skills
- Handle, process, inspect, test, and prepare reusable surgical instrumentation for sterilization.
- Use various sterilization methods and safety processes.
- Properly store and distribute sterile instruments, supplies, equipment, case carts, exchange carts, and other items.
- Conduct accurate inventory and restock areas as required.
- Receive materials, instruments, and tissue according to established protocols.
- Monitor dated materials to ensure expired items are removed from inventory and appropriately credited.
- Utilize computer systems to complete work responsibilities.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort at all times.
- Accurately document work tasks and other related activities including continuing education credits.
- Participate in continuing education, staff meetings, and in‑service educational offerings to remain compliant with hospital, Joint Commission and other regulatory or accrediting agencies.
- Assume responsibility for personal and professional growth and development.
- Other related duties as required.
Shift
Variable
Time Type
Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Cost Center
5702 Reprocessing & Sterilization (BMH)