Sterile Proc Tech-Surg ALG

Beacon Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Michigan is hiring a Sterile Processing Associate responsible for assuring quality sterilization for in-hospital items, maintaining and distributing bedside equipment, and contributing to patient safety.

Responsibilities include teaching staff, safe handling, following Universal Precautions, cleaning and disinfecting equipment, monitoring sterilization processes, and supporting Sterile Processing policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 1 year of relevant experience may be considered.
• CRCST certification strongly encouraged and certification maintained or willingness to pursue.
• Completion of mandatory education and annual competencies as required.

Responsibilities

• Teach other health care providers proper care and handling of instruments and equipment.
• Practice safe handling of supplies and equipment to protect staff and patients.
• Follow Universal Precautions at all times.
• Clean, disinfect, inspect, and re-sterilize patient equipment and trays.
• Monitor temperature and humidity in Sterile Processing; report abnormalities.
• Assist in recall of supplies after positive biological tests.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Responsible for assuring quality sterilization for in-hospital sterilized items. Maintenance and distribution of patient bedside equipment.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in teaching other health care providers the proper care & handling of instruments & equipment (contaminated & sterile).
• Practice safe handling of supplies and equipment for protection of employees and patients.
• Follow Universal Precautions at all times.
• Clean and disinfect patient equipment between uses.
• Check function of patient equipment.
• Assure notification of electrical preventative maintenance needs on all patient equipment.
• Safe use of heat sealer.
• Safe handling of chemicals/disinfectants.
• Know and understand the principles of asepsis.
• Maintain a clean environment in the Sterile Processing Department.
• Assist and oversee Sterile Processing cleaning tasks.
• Limit/monitor traffic flow in department.
• Sterilization process specific requirements.
• Safely & correctly wash (manually and/or mechanically), inspect, sort, and reassemble trays for re-sterilization.
• Use the ultrasonic cleaner.
• Assure item is disassembled correctly for sterilization.
• Correctly wrap/pouch items for sterilization.
• Correctly label items for use.
• Position item correctly for sterilization.
• Monitor sterilization.
• Bowie Dick testing.
• Biological testing.
• Chemical monitoring.
• Gauge/print out interpretations.
• Cool item correctly for storage.
• Store/distribute items correctly.
• Recognize a compromised sterile package.
• Fold and store linen.
• Order storeroom supplies as needed.
• Monitor Sterile Processing Department temperature and humidity, reporting any abnormality.
• Clean sterilizers and sterilizer carts as scheduled.
• Carry out recall of supplies in event of positive biological test.
• Clean and/or terminally sterilize flexible endoscopes.
• Contribute to the improvement/updating of Sterile Processing policies and procedures.

Organizational Responsibilities

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Preferred Credential(s):
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) strongly encouraged and certification maintained or willingness to become certified.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.