Sterile Processing Technician

CapsuleAID; Maryland; On-site; USD 39,950 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401k Plan

Job summary

CapsuleAID is looking for a Sterile Processing Tech II to work 8H Nights, responsible for processing surgical instrument sets, including decontamination, prep, and sterilization. This role requires at least 2 years of prior experience and certification.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a competitive compensation of $29 - $30/hour. The position does not involve on-call duties, with rotating weekends required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of work experience as a Sterile Processing Technician.
• CBSPD/IAHCSMM certification required.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Processes surgical instrument sets including decontamination and sterilization.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Communicates effectively with team members and nursing staff.

Skills

Decontamination

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Software for instrument management

Job description

Receives, decontaminates and processes instrumentation and equipment used in the hospital and various outside agencies, as well as the documentation of those processes. Supports System and Nursing Strategic Plans, Relationship-Based Care, and Shared Leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Complies with CapsuleAID policies/procedures.
• Complies with client facility nursing policies/procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
• Decontamination of equipment and carts (crash or isolation) returned from the Nursing units.
• Retrieving soiled instruments from the Nursing units.
• Decontamination of instrumentation received from areas within the hospital and outside agencies.
• Sealing decontamination boxes and making new ones as needed (DGH only).
• Ordering of supplies needed to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Assemble soft goods for sterilization.
• Stock crash cart after use and return to pharmacy.
• Stock isolation carts.
• Run Bowie Dick and biological tests, and record appropriately.
• Count, wrap and process instrumentation for sterilization.
• Document accurately processing information of loads.
• Restock carts as needed to include isolation, crash, specialty, etc.
• Provide and maintain a clean work environment on a daily basis.
• Functions cooperatively as a team member. Responds as directed by the Charge Nurse to the changing needs of patients and the unit.
• Offers support and feedback to peers and staff. Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients and families and with colleagues.
• Seeks and supports opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Serves as coach and mentor for less experienced colleagues.
• Offers consistent and visible support to team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Manual.
• Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
• Ensures accuracy in the medication process, including, transport, storage, security, and/or administration of medications to include IV solutions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

JOB SUMMARY

Sterile Processing Tech II to work 8H Nights 3P11:30P 40 hours a week, rotating weekends, no on-call. Must have 2 years, prior travel preferred but not required. CERT is needed with 2-year exp is required. Processes surgical instrument sets which include decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, storage and distribution to user departments. Involves the use of software system for instrument management to complete assigned tasks. May also be assigned to assist with training (preceptor) of less experienced permanent team members. COVID vaccine required. Medical Declination accepted, Must have signed and authorized documentation from Physician.

BENEFITS

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Plan
• Flexible Schedules
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Compensation $29 - $30/hour

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma.

LICENSURE

• CBSPD/IAHCSMM Required.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of work experience as a Sterile Processing Technician.
• 1st time travelers okay.
• Preferred experience w/DaVinci Instrumentation.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Black Scrubs Provided

CREDENTIALS

• Current CPR is required by client facility; other health and screening tests as required by specific facilities and/or regulatory agencies.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

CapsuleAID Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE