Central Processing Technician - Full Time - Rotational - Forbes

High Market Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company is seeking a full-time sterile processor responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and managing medical instruments. Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with preference given to those with experience in sterile processing or hospital settings. Competitive sign-on bonuses are available based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in sterile processing is preferred.
• Certification as CST or equivalent required within specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment.
• Receives, packages, stocks, and distributes medical instruments and equipment.
• Performs and documents quality assurance testing on inventory.

Skills

Cleansing

Disinfection

Attention to Detail

Biohazard Disposal

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

This full-time position includes a sign-on bonus based on eligibility and experience.

0-1 year experience:

$5,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment

1-2 years' experience as sterile processor with a certification:

$7,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment

2+ years' experience as sterile processor with a certification:

$10,000 sign on bonus, 2-year commitment

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job receives, cleans, distributes and stores medical instruments and equipment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods, substances and equipment. (30%)
• Receives, stocks, packages, and distributes medical instruments and equipment. (30%)
• Performs and documents required quality assurance testing and inspection on stock. Inventories and reorders supplies. (30%)
• Properly disposes of biohazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and unusable equipment and supplies. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For Central Service Technician (CST) hired after 12/29/2020 -- Employees who practice central sterile by the health care facility on or before December 29, 2020 are exempt from certification requirements:
  • Pass a nationally accredited central service exam within 18 months from hire date
  • Maintain one of the following: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) ORCertified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)

Preferred

• Sterile processing or hospital setting experience.
• Enrollment in a surgical tech / sterile processing program.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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