Sterile Processing Technician (PRN)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Sterile Processing role to support decontamination, prep/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays and equipment in a hospital setting. Evening shifts span Friday through Sunday, with shift times starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 6:30 AM.

The position requires no prior experience; a high school diploma is typical, with preference for graduates of sterile processing or surgical technology programs and at least 6 months of relevant clinical

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Graduate of a Sterile Processing and/or Surgical Technology program with 6 months relevant clinical experience.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates efficient skills in decontamination, inspection, and cleaning of surgical instruments, flexible scopes, and respiratory devices according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Uses sterile processing chemicals according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Dons and doffs appropriate personal protection equipment.
• Assembles accurate/complete surgical trays.
• Participants with and monitors process of building accurate and timely assembling of case carts for emergent/urgent and elective cases.
• Assists with maintaining department sterilization records.
• Monitors sterilizer test parameters and responds to non-passing results.
• Supports operating room functions in sterile core.
• Fosters positive relationships across departments and campuses with patients, physicians, families, visitors, coworkers, and vendors.
• Complies with all applicable regulations, standards, and safety procedures.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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. Participates in distribution of operating room supplies and trays/sets. Performs all tasks as assigned in a neat and organized manner. Maintains and prevents cross contamination by observing dress codes, environmental policies, and traffic control.

Work Shift: Evening Work Day(s) Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Shift Start Time: 9:00 AM. Shift End Time: 6:30 AM. Worker Sub-Type: Regular.

Experience

No experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Graduate of a Sterile Processing and/or Surgical Technology program 6 months relevant clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

Within 18 months must attain a Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) and/or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates efficient skills in decontamination, inspection, and cleaning of surgical instruments, flexible scopes, and respiratory devices according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Uses sterile processing chemicals according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Dons and doffs appropriate personal protection equipment.
• Assembles accurate/complete surgical trays.
• Participates with and monitors process of building accurate and timely assembling of case carts for emergent/urgent and elective cases.
• Assists with maintaining department sterilization records.
• Participates in sterilizer test parameters monitoring, e.g., bowie dick test, biologicals, and other forms of sterilization testing and responds appropriately to sterilization that does not pass.
• Supports operating room functions in sterile core.
• Fosters positive working relationships across departments and campuses with patients, physicians, families, visitors, coworkers, and vendors.
• Complies with all applicable regulations, standards, and recommendations.
• Follows hospital and departmental safety instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Attends 75% of staff meetings/communication and job-related educational opportunities.

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: 1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Surgical Services

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has been 100 percent committed to kids for more than 100 years. A not-for-profit organization, Children’s is dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. With 3 hospitals, 20 neighborhood locations and a total of 673 beds, Children’s is the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country. Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Place to Work, a Best Place for Working Mothers, and as a top employer for diversity and millennials.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that supports our mission, vision and values. We are proud to offer an array of programs and services to our employees that have distinguished us as a best place to work in the country. Connect to our mission of making kids better today and healthier tomorrow.