Certified CS SPD Technician

Cleveland Clinic; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 61,606,000 - 84,530,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital is seeking a Certified CS/SPD Technician to join the sterile processing team. You will clean and maintain surgical instruments, assemble trays, and ensure all tools meet quality control standards in a fast-paced hospital environment. Evening shift 3:00 p.m.

– 11:30 p.m. with weekends and holidays required. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and Sterile Processing certification; preferred candidates have prior central service experience

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Sterile Processing certification (CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, CER) required.
• Ability to use computerized instrument tracking system to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform case pull and assemble trays of instruments.
• Clean, decontaminate, and perform high-level disinfection of reusable instruments.
• Inspect, wrap and label instruments according to lists; ensure cleanliness and functionality.
• Monitor distribution of supplies and equipment; maintain inventory control.
• Record processing, sterilization and quality assurance data.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing certification

Central service/sterile processing training program

Tools

Instrument tracking system

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and be part of a team delivering world-class healthcare. Recognized for providing safe, patient-centered care that is timely, effective, efficient, and equitable, Medina Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital, the highest honor awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for professional nursing practice. Here, you can build a rewarding, lifelong career supported by a team committed to your growth and success.

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000*

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000*

Certified CS/SPD Technicians are responsible for cleaning and maintaining surgical tools and hospital equipment. It is your job to make sure that the sterilized tools are then organized into trays containing the instruments required for routine or special surgeries. You are also responsible for checking equipment to make sure it is in good repair and up to date.

A caregiver in this role works evenings from 3:00 p.m. -- 11:30 p.m., with weekend and holiday requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform case pull functions.
• Properly handle equipment, instrumentation and chemicals while adhering to preventative maintenance schedules and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards during the decontamination process.
• Scan, sort and inspect instruments for functionality and cleanliness.
• Assemble, wrap and label instruments according to provided lists.
• Ensure proper cleaning, decontamination, assembly and high-level disinfection of reusable instrumentation.
• Monitor and control the distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Perform record-keeping functions (e.g. processing, sterilization and quality assurance).
• Perform ordering, stocking and inventory control functions.
• Participate in in-service education.
• Build case carts using electronic preference cards and dispatch them to appropriate locations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Sterile Processing certification (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CER)
• Ability to use the computerized instrument tracking system to perform assigned duties (e.g., obtaining instrument count sheets, special handling instructions for instrumentation, documenting sterilization loads and other tasks)

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Basic computer skills
• Two - five years of experience in central service/sterile processing areas
• Military experience, such as Hospital Corpsmen (HM), Machinery Repairman (MR), Aircraft Maintenance Technician (2A3X3), Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A), Small Arms Repairer (91F), or similar, will be considered
• Completion of a recognized training program with certification in central service/sterile processing

Physical Requirements

• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds and ability to push, pull and navigate supply carts weighing >than 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $21.50

Maximum hourly: $29.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).