Central Sterile Technician - Pediatric - PRN

Oklahoma Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental plans

Job summary

Oklahoma Children's Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician - Pediatric on a PRN basis. The role involves cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation and reusable supplies under minimal supervision.

Essential duties include instrument wrapping, autoclave operation, instrument inspection, and timely delivery to OR staff. Minimum 3 years in sterile processing and CSPDT/CRCST certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of Sterile Processing Technician experience required.
• CBSPD CSPDT or CRCST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and wraps instrument sets.
• Operates autoclaves and sonic cleaners for proper sterilization.
• Delivers instruments to operating rooms promptly.
• Inspects and ensures instruments are clean and in good repair.
• Decontaminates instruments using approved chemicals.
• Maintains sterilization logs and FIFO inventory.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument sterilization

Record keeping

Teamwork

Customer service

Training others

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Central Sterile Technician - Pediatric - PRN Department: Pediatric Sterile Processing Job Description: The Sterile Processing Technician PRN is an experienced professional who works under minimal supervision to clean, decontaminate, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instrumentation and reusable supply items.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Assembles and wraps instrument sets.
• Ensures proper use of sterilized sonic cleaners and other related equipment.
• Delivers surgical instruments on a timely basis.
• Thoroughly inspects instruments to ensure all instruments are clean and in good repair/working order prior to sterilization process.
• Decontaminates instruments using proper chemical mixtures and procedures.
• Tests, operates, and loads autoclaves.
• Participates in the routine cleaning and decontamination of all department work surfaces.
• Completes sterilization log sheets.
• Periodically checks sterile inventory in order to remove those items in which sterilization has expired or packaging has been compromised.
• Re-sterilizes compromised instrument sets.
• Identifies and notifies appropriate personnel of inventory or supply shortages.
• Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the Decontamination area.
• Decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment as needed by keeping a continuous flow of instrumentation moving through the process.
• Utilizes appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and MSDS sheets.
• Pulls needed supplies and instruments to prepare and maintain accurate Case Carts.
• Coordinates with operating room staff to ensure that proper supplies for each case are delivered as needed.
• Maintains optimal levels of patient care surgical supplies and/or equipment.
• Practices good inventory control techniques by following FIFO (first in, first out) practice.
• May assist in training new staff.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician required.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required:

• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) issued by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) issued by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of maintenance and sterilization of medical supplies and equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Advanced knowledge of proper safety practices of steam and gas plasma sterilization.
• Advanced knowledge of record keeping principles and practices.
• Skill in understanding and following verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Proficient in basic computer functions and programs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team.
• Advanced understanding of patient safety associated with proper decontamination instruments and equipment.
• Ability to train others.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma's largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health's oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health's mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

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