Central Sterile Technician PRN

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock, AR seeks a Central Sterile Technician to support sterile processing for patient care.

Responsibilities include decontamination, washing and sterilizing instruments, assembling trays and maintaining records; role requires no formal education with HS diploma or GED preferred. Part-time position with shift details in the job description.

Qualifications

• No education requirements for this role.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent recommended.

Responsibilities

• Promptly decontaminates instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Washes, organizes and sterilizes instruments following established procedures.
• Assembles and packages instrument trays, linen packs and supply items.
• Assembles instrument trays, according to count sheet and AAMI standards, locating missing items and communicating with lead/Manager regarding missing instruments or need for changes to the count sheet.
• Operates sterilizers and monitors sterilization gauges, charts, tapes and biological/chemical indicators to ensure adequate sterilization.

Education

No education requirements

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

CURRENT EMPLOYEES:

Central Sterile Summary

Salary: Most new hires start between $17.20-$21.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information: The Central Sterile Technician processes supplies, equipment and reusable instrumentation for patient care use.

Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Part time Department: CC013230

Required Education

No education requirements

Recommended Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Required Work Experience

Entry Level - Experience not Required.

Recommended Work Experience

Required Work Experience

Required Certifications

Certified Registered Central Service Technician - International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)

Description

• 1. Promptly decontaminates instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
• 2. Washes, organizes and sterilizes instruments following established procedures.
• 3. Assembles and packages instrument trays, linen packs and supply items.
• 4. Assembles instrument trays, according to count sheet and AAMI standards, locating missing items and communicating with lead/Manager regarding missing instruments or need for changes to the count sheet.
• 5. Operates sterilizers and monitors sterilization gauges, charts, tapes and biological/chemical indicators to ensure adequate sterilization. Notifies lead/manager of any concerns.
• 6. Ensures that sterilizers and sterilizer carts are maintained, clean and in working order.
• 7. Maintains records on all sterilizer quality controls and equipment testing results and ensures records are accurate and complete.
• 8. Complies with infection control, safety and OSHA procedures and regulations.
• 9. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the appropriate department.
• 10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Employee Quotes

"Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children's, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better." Michael – Business Operations Manager

"Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda – Information Systems Analyst

"We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator

"Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy – Administrative Assistant

"When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick – Supply Assistant

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence which inform every action.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes.

And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children.

But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids-our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service.

And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.