Certified Sterile Processing Tech SPT

Default Brand; Norwalk (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Fisher-Titus seeks a Central Services/ Sterile Processing Technician to process and distribute medical supplies in accordance with hospital policies. You will decontaminate, assemble, wrap, and sterilize instruments, ensuring proper labeling and storage.

Certification eligibility (IAHCSMM/CBSPD) and a high school diploma are required, with BLS within 90 days. Provides care in a full-time, weekday schedule with a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition assistance and 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of infection control concepts and sterile processing procedures.
• Baseline infection control knowledge and ability to apply it to practice.
• Certification or eligibility for central sterile technician roles.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control concepts and applies them to sterile processing.
• Decontamination area: sort, wash, and inspect items according to heat sensitivity.
• Decontamination area: operate ultrasonic cleaners and washers safely.
• Assemble and package instruments; label contents accurately.
• Determine appropriate sterilization method for reusable items and operate sterilization equipment.
• Record and document Bowie-Dick, chemical integrators and biological tests.

Skills

Infection control

Sterile processing

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification

Job description

Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus!

Perks of working at Fisher-Titus:

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus offered
• Hours of Work - Full time, M-F
• Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!

About Fisher-Titus:

Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation.

Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community

Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promoteslifelong health and wellness for our community

General Summary:

Processes and distributes disposable and reusable medical/surgical supplies in accordance with departmental and Hospital policies and procedures.

Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification by International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Six months to one-year Central Services and Supplies, or related experience preferred.

BLS Certification required within 90 days.

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates knowledge of basic concepts of infection control and can adapt this knowledge to sterile processing procedures.

Decontamination area - correctly sorts according to heat sensitivity and immersability, all items are washed and thoroughly inspected.

Decontamination area - demonstrates the safe use of processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners and washers.

Assembly and packaging - inspects all instruments for alignment, sharpness, and cleanliness, wraps and assembles instruments and sets accurately and correctly labels contents.

Sterilization - determines appropriate mode of sterilization for all reusable items, correctly loads and operates all sterilization equipment.

Recording and Testing - performs and accurately documents Bowie-Dick, chemical integrators, biological testing for all sterilization equipment.

Stock and Inventory - demonstrates proper care and handling of instrumentsand equipment. Rotates disposable stock and maintains inventory levels of stock in the department.

Utilizes department manuals and on-line resources to clarify sterilization parameters to follow the manufactures IFU.

100% completion of department specific required annual competencies.

Working Conditions:

Bend – up to 1/3 of time

Squat – up to 1/3 of time

Climb – up to 1/3 of time
Reach – up to 1/3 of time

Lift - up to 1/3 of time

Carry – up to 1/3 of time

Push – up to 1/3 of time

Pull – up to 1/3 of time

Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)

Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)

Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes

Standards of Employment:

Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.

Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photoidentification badge while on duty.

Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.

Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.

Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.

Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Core Requirements:

Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.

Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.

Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:

• Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.

Key Service Behavior:

Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time

• Engages in active listening skills
• Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
• Uses key words at key times
• Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques
• Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
• Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
• Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
• Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
• Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care

Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time

• Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
• Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something

Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time

• Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care
• Engages in practices that will continually improve processes

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better in General.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certification CPR

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