Sterile Processing Specialist (Mon-Fri 7a-3:30p)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Sterile Processing/Technologist Technician to perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments under supervision. The role supports OR teams and maintains infection control standards.

The ideal candidate will have a CRCST/CSPDT certification or equivalent, with 2 years of sterile processing or surgical technology experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant program completion.

Qualifications

• Certification from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• 2 years of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technologist experience including relevant school curriculum
• High school diploma or equivalent and program graduation or clinical experience in a related field

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays/sets, equipment, and supplies under supervision
• Participates in distribution of operating room supplies and trays/sets
• Maintains cross-contamination prevention by following dress codes and policies
• Acts as department resource and preceptor for new staff, and provides in-services for staff

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical technology/sterile processing program or 3 years clinical experience

Job description

Work Shift

Day

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Performs a variety of duties in relationship to decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays/sets, equipment, and supplies with direct supervision. Performs routine cleaning such as wiping down tables. Participate in distribution of operating room supplies and trays/sets. Performs all tasks assigned in a neat and organized manner. Maintains and prevents cross contamination by observing dress codes, environmental policies, and traffic control. Completes advanced internal training in a surgical specialty and serves as a department resource for the assigned specialty(ies).

Experience

• Certification from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• 2 years of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technologist experience inclusive of relevant school curriculum

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) or Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduate from a surgical technology or sterile processing technician program or three years of experience in a clinical environment

Certification Summary

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Certification(s) must stay current to maintain employment in this role

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibilities

• Completes all job functions of a SPD Technician.
• Serves as a resource to other team members on the processing and assembly of trays for designated specialty(ies).
• Serves as back up for supervisor/team lead in their absence as requested.
• Provides a minimum of 2 staff in-services on the instruments and trays for assigned service. In-services should include surgical technician staff members.
• Serves as a preceptor for the department for new staff members.
• Assist with orientation and annual competency check offs.
• Serves as a resource to the OR team for the assigned service.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

Surgical Services