Sterile Processing Tech II | Instrument Care & Quality

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician II to decontaminate, wash, and sterilize instruments, assemble trays, and maintain accuracy in sterilization records. You will operate sterilizers per AAMI standards and mentor new staff in quality production.

The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and teamwork within CC013230 department; a High school diploma or GED is acceptable with 2 years of relevant experience, plus an IAHCSMM certification.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician - IAHCSMM
• No education requirements

Responsibilities

• Promptly decontaminates instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Washes, organizes and sterilizes instruments following established procedures.
• Assembles and packages instrument trays, linen packs and supply items.
• Assembles instrument trays, according to count sheet and AAMI standards, locating missing items and communicating with lead/Manager regarding missing instruments or need for changes to the count sheet.
• Operates sterilizers and monitors sterilization gauges, charts, tapes and biological/chemical indicators to ensure adequate sterilization. Notifies lead/manager of any concerns.
• Performs as resource SPD tech and assists with oversight of quality processes according to AAMI standards and manager's instructions.
• Maintain records for all sterilization quality control and equipment testing results, ensures records are accurate, reports differences to Quality Coordinator/Manager.
• Ensures sterilizer carts are maintained, clean and in working order.
• Helps to ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment exists in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the appropriate department.
• Acts as a mentor and trainer for new hire technicians to maintain excellent quality in production, outcomes, and positive teamwork
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (IAHCSMM)

Job description

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician II to decontaminate, wash, and sterilize instruments, assemble trays, and maintain accuracy in sterilization records. You will operate sterilizers per AAMI standards and mentor new staff in quality production.

The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and teamwork within CC013230 department; a High school diploma or GED is acceptable with 2 years of relevant experience, plus an IAHCSMM certification.