Central Services Technician

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse seeks a Full-time Central Service Technician for the evening shift, with weekend and holiday rotation. You will decontaminate, clean, process and sterilize supplies and equipment, and dispense items requested by verbal, written or telephone requisitions.

A high school diploma is required; certification options are available, and staff must meet infection control standards. You may occasionally take charge of Central Service, Linen and Equipment Control, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Central Service Technician Course is helpful.
• Must provide evidence of central service experience or credentials as described.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, process and sterilize supplies and equipment per Infection Control.
• Dispense items from verbal, written or phone requisitions.
• Prioritize emergency requests and ensure timely fulfillment.
• Occasionally oversee Central Service, Linen and Equipment Control.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Effective communication

Conscientiousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Central Service Technician Course (helpful)

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Evening ShiftDescription:Full Time evening shift. Incudes a weekend and holiday rotation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the areas following Infection Control practices. Dispense products requested by verbal, written or telephone requisitions for equipment and supplies. Identify and assign priority to emergency requisitions. Takes charge of Central Service/Linen/Equipment Control on occasion.

Mission Statement:

We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Certified Central Service Technician Course helpful.

• has successfully passed a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians; and holds and maintains one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization: certified registered central service technician credential; certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential; or a substantially equivalent credential.

• provides evidence that the person was employed or otherwise contracted for the services of central service technician in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015; or

• a central service technician who does not meet the requirements shall have 18 months from the date of hire to obtain the certified registered central service technician credential or the certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential.

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and services.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Manual dexterity. Must be extremely conscientious with regard to procedures. Ability to communicate effectively.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Must be able to work in a confined area at times. Intermittent or frequent exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions. Many tasks are detailed, repetitious and slow. Must meet deadlines. Must interrupt work to priority perform tasks. Hazards of working with detergents. Must accept pressure assignments. Belongs to Exposure Class I which involves routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Medium work: must be able to lift, bend, stoop, push and pull. Stands or walks most of the shift. Appreciable effort or strain with frequent lifting. Some handling and pushing of equipment and carts required.

Pay Range: $22.25 - $36.90

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.