Central Services Technician

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Central Services Technician to support sterile processing in the ambulatory surgery center. The role involves preparing instruments and supplies, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting clinical staff in patient care.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 1 year of experience or completion of REOC Sterile Processing Training. OR/surgical facility experience is preferred and candidates must meet central service certification

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience or completion of REOC Sterile Processing Training Program required.
• Previous operating room or sterile processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instruments, equipment and supplies adhering to sterile technique and handling principles.
• Assists clinical staff by performing assistive/advocacy services in patient care.
• Follows policies and guidelines for reprocessing, assembling and maintaining instruments and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal and written instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience or completion of REOC Sterile Processing Training Program

Job description

Central Services Technician### Central Services TechnicianApply: 10 Miracle Mile Drive: Full time: Posted Today: R276018As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.**Job Location (Full Address):**10 Miracle Mile Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623**Opening:**Worker Subtype:RegularTime Type:Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:40Department:500497 Ambulatory Surg Ctr-OrthoWork Shift:UR - Evening (United States of America)Range:UR URCB 208 HCompensation Range:$25.00 - $33.75*The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.***Responsibilities:**Prepares instruments, equipment and supplies adhering to principles of sterile techniques utilizing technical knowledge. Responsible for proper care and handling of instruments. Assists the clinical staff by performing assistive/advocacy services in caring for the patient.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*** Follows policies, protocols, techniques and manufacturer’s guidelines when reprocessing and assembling and maintaining specialized instruments and equipment utilized in the operating room and patient care area.* Responsible for proper care of instruments and equipment, ensuring utilization is in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines. Initiates and/or participates in quality assurance and continuous quality monitoring and utilizes results to initiate/recommend changes as indicated.* Documents required information and maintains records for instruments and equipment.* Undertakes continuous education and trains in all areas of sterile processing, including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, and storage processes within all set professional standards and regulations.* Identifies, pick, distributes supplies and stock items, including equipment requests and delivers to appropriate areas. Monitors stock levels and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing.* Responsible for providing biological and chemical test solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.* Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE*** High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience or completion of REOC Sterile Processing Training Program required* Or equivalent combination of education and experience* Previous operating room or medical/surgical experience in a health care facility preferred **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Acceptable communication skills required* Understand verbal and written instructions required **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS*** If hired on or after January 1, 2014, candidate must pass a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians; and hold and maintain one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization* CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician within 1-1/2 years required or* CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech within 1-1/2 years required or* a substantially equivalent credential within 1-1/2 years requiredThe University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.