Sterile Processing Apprentice - Learn & Grow in OR Support

GBMC HealthCare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore is seeking a Sterile Processing Associate under supervision to learn and perform tasks in the sterile processing department, including handling, decontamination, packing, and case carts.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, completion of sterile processing didactic portion, provisional CRCST certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment; 400 practicum hours within three months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of didactic portion of Sterile Processing Program
• Provisional CRCST Certification (HSPA)

Responsibilities

• Learn layout and functions of the sterile processing department (Decontamination, prep and pack, case carts, assembly, sterilization, etc.).
• Understand major processes including decontamination, sterilization, sterile storage, assembly, case cart picking, and testing.
• Instrument handling and inspection.
• Identify and inspect surgical instruments to detect missing or malfunctioning parts.
• Assist in collecting and cleaning instruments in decontamination as well as break down of case carts.
• Observes sterilization processes and learns how to complete documentation for processed loads.
• Understand and apply all sterilization methods used in the department.
• Assist specialists with maintaining and updating par levels of all instrument sets, trays, and processed goods
• Learn and become familiar with the sterile processing inventory and tracking system SPM.
• Prepares for certification completion and 400 hours requirement
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness of unit in accordance with Infection Control standards.
• Assists specialists with obtaining and delivering items to the GOR
• Assists specialists with daily assignments.

Skills

Follow directions

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Read/write legibly

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Program didactic portion

Provisional CRCST Certification (HSPA)

Job description

GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore is seeking a Sterile Processing Associate under supervision to learn and perform tasks in the sterile processing department, including handling, decontamination, packing, and case carts.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, completion of sterile processing didactic portion, provisional CRCST certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment; 400 practicum hours within three months.