Certified Sterilization Technician, 3rd shift

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, process and assemble surgical instruments for the OR and Sterile Processing areas. You will work with surgeons, nurses, and the OR team to ensure instruments are available for procedures.

The role requires CRCST certification, a high school diploma, and strong teamwork and computer skills. You will handle sterilizer testing, cleaning protocols, and inventory management across sterile supplies and

Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• CRCST certification is required.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Must have strong communication, teamwork and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, process and assemble surgical instrumentation for OR and Sterile Processing.
• Operate and monitor pre-vacuum/gravity steam sterilizers, washer/decontaminators, and endoscope reprocessors; perform high level disinfection.
• Disinfect video scopes and auxiliary equipment and conduct testing of sterilizers.
• Follow cleaning protocols for all instruments and use appropriate detergents.
• Visually inspect instruments for cleanliness, function and wear; assemble trays and wrap items as needed.
• Read and interpret sterilizer parameters and perform tests to ensure proper function.
• Coordinate with OR and Supply Chain to prioritize and prepare supplies for cases.
• Comply with federal/state regulations and infection control policies.
• Troubleshoot equipment and arrange professional service when needed.
• Maintain distribution of sterile supplies and carts throughout the hospital.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and participate in process improvements.

Skills

inventory management

analytical skills

problem solving

interpersonal skills

written and verbal communication

team leadership

multitasking

Education

CRCST certification (HSPA CRCST)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, distribution, storage and sterilization of surgical instrumentation both in the Sterile Processing area. Instrument/equipment knowledge and interaction with the surgeons, nurses, and OR team is vital to ensure proper products are available at the time of surgery.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, process and assemble surgical instrumentation for the Operating Room, Sterile Processing area, and durable patient care equipment.
• Understand, operate, and be responsible for pre-vacuum/gravity steam sterilizers, washer/decontaminators, automatic endoscope reprocessors as well as perform high level disinfection. Testing sterilizers and maintaining accurate records.
• Disinfects video scopes/auxiliary equipment through special manual washing techniques and operation of pre-programmed fully automated system/washer. Conduct visual inspection and operational testing of video scopes/some auxiliary equipment.
• Possess an understanding of cleaning protocols for all instruments used in the Operating Room. Familiar with cleaning agents/detergents and use appropriately.
• Visually inspects all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and wear before assembly.
• Assembles instrument trays and equipment according to assembly count sheets. Wraps or peel pouches items according to size and type of instruments or equipment using appropriate wrapping techniques.
• Understands and runs machine specific challenge tests using internal, external and biological tests. Must be able to read and interpret all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function.
• Check the Operating Room (OR) Schedule daily to determine what surgical cases need to be picked and in what order of priority. Collaborate with Supply Chain in organizing the supplies in a systematic way for each surgical case. Check for any adds-on surgeries for the day that need to be picked.
• Comply with all federal and state regulations. Follow all the AAMI, OSHA and infection control policies and procedures.
• Able to do minor troubleshooting of equipment and determine when professional service technicians are needed.
• Maintain and distribute sterile supplies, crash carts, pediatric crash carts, intubation trays, as well as other items needed throughout the hospital.
• Must have knowledge of and practice Universal Precautions.
• Participates in and leads process improvement initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required. Provides additional support as needed.

Requirements

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Required to have HSPA CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) certification.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Must have skills and abilities in inventory management, analytical skills, problem solving, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, team leadership and participation, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.