Certified Sterile Processing Technician

St. Charles Health System Inc.; Bend (OR); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System Inc. in Bend, OR, seeks a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to assemble case carts, clean, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute instruments used in surgeries.

Requires CRCST certification or SPD Technician credential and at least six months of Sterile Processing experience or externship. Competitive environment with emphasis on safety, accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CRCST certification from IAHCSMM or SPD Technician certification is required.
• Three years’ experience in Sterile Processing is preferred; six months experience or externship required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble case carts for surgeries and distribute supplies for procedures.
• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize instruments and supplies.
• Operate sterilization equipment and restock department inventory.
• Maintain proper storage and handling of instruments and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and uphold safety and confidentiality.

Skills

Six months experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRCST certification

CIS certification

Job description

**TITLE:** Certified Sterile Processing Technician **REPORTS TO POSITION:** Supervisor - Sterile Processing**DEPARTMENT:** Sterile Processing**DATE LAST REVIEWED:** October 5, 2022 **OUR VISION:** Creating America’s healthiest community, together **OUR MISSION:** In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value **OUR VALUES:** Accountability, Caring and Teamwork **DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:** Sterile Processing is responsible for cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments for all Operating Room procedures. **POSITION OVERVIEW:** The **Certified** **Sterile Processing Technician** at St. Charles Health System is responsible for assembling case carts for surgeries, as well as cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing equipment and instruments used within the hospital. The Certified Sterile Processing Technician ensures that instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated for safe handling. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:**Coordinates, assembles, and disassembles, and distributes supplies for surgical cases. Cleans, decontaminates, and sterilizes instruments and supplies. Responsible for case cart and procedure preparation. Operates various sterilization equipment. Re-stocks department inventory and ensures instruments are stored in the proper location. Cleans and maintains department equipment. Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. **EDUCATION:** **Required:** High school diploma or GED**Preferred:** N/A **LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:****Required:** Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management or SPD Technician certification from CBSPD.**Preferred:** Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management **EXPERIENCE:****Required:** Six months experience in Sterile Processing or completion of Sterile Processing externship.**Preferred:** Three years’ experience in Sterile Processing. **PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:**Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. **ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:** **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:****Continually (75% or more):** Standing, walking, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.**Frequently (50%):** Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 11-25 pounds.**Occasionally (25%):** Climbing ladder/step stool, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-10 pounds, Ability to hear whispered speech level.**Rarely (10%):** Sitting, climbing stairs, keyboard Operation, operation of motor vehicle.**Exposure to Elemental Factors****Occasionally (25%):** Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface**Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category**Risk for Exposure to BBPSchedule Weekly Hours:0Caregiver Type:RegularShift:Variable (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?NoJob Family:TECHNICIAN CENTRAL PROCESSINGScheduled Days of the Week:Shift Start & End Time:Relief - Variable Schedule