KH-Certified Sterilization Technician, Evenings, Flex

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, process, distribute, store and sterilize surgical instrumentation in the Sterile Processing area, ensuring proper products are available for the OR. The role requires instrument knowledge and interaction with surgeons, nurses and the OR team to support timely surgeries.

6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred; CRCST certification and a high school diploma are required; proficiency with

Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• CRCST certification required.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Skills: inventory management, analytical skills, problem solving, interpersonal and written/verbal communication, teamwork and multi-project management.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, process and assemble surgical instrumentation for the Operating Room, Sterile Processing area, and durable patient care equipment.
• Operate pre-vacuum/gravity steam sterilizers, washer/decontaminators, automatic endoscope reprocessors and perform high level disinfection; test sterilizers and maintain records.
• Disinfect video scopes/auxiliary equipment and test functionality of devices.
• Follow cleaning protocols for instruments; use appropriate detergents and agents.
• Visually inspect instruments for cleanliness, function and wear prior to assembly.
• Assemble instrument trays and wrap items per size and type using correct techniques.
• Run challenging tests on sterilizers and read/interpret parameters to ensure proper function.
• Check OR schedule daily; coordinate with Supply Chain to organize supplies for each case.
• Comply with federal/state regulations and infection control policies (AAMI, OSHA).
• Able to troubleshoot equipment and determine need for service.
• Maintain and distribute sterile supplies, crash carts, intubation trays and other items hospital-wide.
• Practice Universal Precautions and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Team leadership & participation

Computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CRCST certification

Tools

Microsoft 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.

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.