Sterile Processing Technician - Certified

112 North Carolina Baptist Hospital; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a CSPDT certified Sterile Processing Technician at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Sterile Processing Services. The role involves cleaning, inspecting, and assembling instruments, operating sterilization equipment, and maintaining logs.

Full-time position at 40 hours per week. Requires a High School diploma or GED; CSPDT certification is required. Competitive benefits and comprehensive training provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• CSPDT certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital standards and promotes teamwork.
• Cleans instruments and equipment using appropriate methods.
• Inspects reusable items for quality.
• Sorts and assembles instruments and sets.
• Operates sterilizing units to produce sterile products.
• Ensures availability of sterilization supplies and prep solutions.
• Performs daily checks on autoclaves and Steris Units with indicators and tests.
• Maintains logs, records and charts of sterilizers.
• Maintains up-to-date technical knowledge.
• Provides age/developmentally appropriate care as per guidelines.

Skills

Sterile processing

Communication

OR instrumentation knowledge

Standing long hours

Education

High School diploma

CSPDT certification

Job description

Department:

37719 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Sterile Processing Services

Status:

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Various Pay Range $20.80 - $31.20

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED equivalent.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.


2. Cleans instruments and equipment using appropriate method and equipment.


3. Ensures the correct inspection of reusable items.


4. Sorting and assembling instruments and/or sets.


5. Operates sterilizing units for production of sterile products to reduce risk of nosocomial infections.


6. Ensures the availability of sterilization supplies and prep solutions.


7. Daily checks autoclaves and Steris Units with biological indicators and air removal test kits as required. Maintains proper logs, records and charts of sterilizers.


8. Maintains technical knowledge.


9. Provides age/developmentally appropriate care as provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to operate equipment, such as sterilization equipment, washer sterilizer, ultrasonic cleaner, flash autoclave and high van autoclave


• Ability to communicate effectively with other medical professionals


• Knowledge of basic and specialty operating room instrumentation


• Ability to stand for long periods

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to hazards associated with bodily fluids and tissue Regular exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases Exposure to chemical agents used in cleaning Exposure to hazards of steam and heat, may be subject to burns Loud stressful environment due to equipment and high demands Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Subject to many interruptions Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries Exposure to sharp instruments that may result in cuts or abrasions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together.Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities inour communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care