Central Processing Tech I

Spectrum Health; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay (Payactiv)

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Identity theft protection

Retirement options

Job summary

Corewell Health's Grosse Pointe Hospital is seeking an Instruments Processing & Sterilization Technician to join the Sterile Processing team. Responsibilities include inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing and distributing patient care instruments according to AAMI standards and IFUs, with emphasis on high-complexity trays like implants and ambulatory kits.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma, completion of a sterile processing program, and CSPDT or CRCST certification

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of sterile processing program (internal or external) required.
• CSPDT – CBSPD certification within 1 year required.
• CRCST – IAHCSMM certification within 1 year required.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, disinfects, assembles, processes and distributes patient care instruments, equipment and supplies per policies and AAMI standards.
• Tests equipment and ensures sterilization.
• Assembles high-complexity trays like implants and ambulatory kits.
• Prioritizes processing based on surgical schedules and physician needs.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Successful completion of sterile processing program

CSPDT – CBSPD certification within 1 year

CRCST – IAHCSMM certification within 1 year

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $3,000 as a sign-on bonus for this opportunity! About Grosse Pointe Hospital Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best hospitals in the nation. It is a Magnet-designated facility that provides exceptional nursing and advanced care services for our patients. This facility is home to The James and Patricia Anderson Surgical Center, a leading-edge, hybrid surgical unit that offers advanced technologies to perform a wide variety of procedures. It is also home to the Cotton Family Birth Center which has received the Baby Friendly designation by Baby-Friendly USA.

Scope of work Responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing and distributing patient care instruments, equipment and supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures and Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards. Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Stores, rotates and ensures all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled.

Instrument Processing & Sterilization

• Cleans and inspects soiled instruments using proper PPE.
• Tests equipment with tools like insulation and leak testers to ensure sterilization.
• Assembles instruments per established standards and IFUs.

Quality & Accuracy

• Strives for zero defects through thorough inspections.
• Maintains a low error rate and high productivity.

Team Support & Communication

• Serves as a role model and resource for peers.
• Responds to phone requests and departmental issues professionally.

Workflow & Prioritization

• Prioritizes processing based on surgical schedules and physician needs.
• Handles vendor trays and complex instrumentation efficiently.

Technical Proficiency

• Differentiates instrument functionality and specialties.
• Monitors sterilization equipment and submits repair requests as needed.
• Expertly assembles high-complexity trays like implants and ambulatory kits.

Customer Service

• Ensures timely, professional handling of all customer area requests.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Successful completion of sterile processing program (internal or external) Required
• Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – CBSPD - Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution within 1 year Required
• Or Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) – IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management within 1 year Required

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Working Arrangements

• Primary Location SITE - Grosse Pointe Hospital - 468 Cadieux Rd - Grosse Pointe
• Department Name Sterile Processing - Grosse Pointe Hosp
• Employment Type Full time
• Shift Rotating (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
• Days Worked Monday to Friday
• Weekend Frequency Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.