STERILE PROCESSING TECH - Centura Mercy Hospital : Job Details

Details Client NameCentura Mercy Hospital Job TypeTravel OfferingAllied ProfessionSterile Processing SpecialtySterile Processing Tech Job ID29986484 Job TitleSTERILE PROCESSING TECH Weekly Pay$1469.5 Shift Details ShiftMid - 8x5 - 02PM Scheduled Hours40 Job Order Details Start Date12/16/2024 End Date03/15/2025 Duration13 Week(s) Job Description Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician Job Specialty: Sterile Processing Job Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Mid - 5x8 - 2pm - 10pm, 40 Hours per week Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours Experience: 6 months of experience preferred License: N/A Certifications: CRCST / CSPDT Required Must-Have: Computer skills, required Job Description: - Promote improved quality and patient safety in the operating room by ensuring the efficient flow of the Sterile Processing department.- Perform routine tasks relating to the decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.- Responsible for general operation and monitoring of sterilization equipment.- Maintain records in compliance with AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, or relevant entity and OSHA standards.- Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the critical nature of patient care in the operating room.- Facilitate the department's preparation of staff for survey/regulatory assessments.- Sterilize supplies and instruments using prescribed methods (e.g., steam, gas plasma - Sterrad).- Operate washer/decontaminator according to department policy and procedure.- Understand the basic principles of all sterilization equipment used in the department.- Demonstrate knowledge of how items should be packaged for successful sterilization and follow manufacturer's recommendations (IFUs).- Ensure cleanliness of decontamination, sterilization, and equipment areas.- Validate proper functioning of all equipment using established mechanical and biological monitors.- Ensure sterilized supplies are correctly labeled and stored to maintain sterility, in compliance with regulatory guidelines.- Uphold standards for quality, infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and Joint Commission requirements.- Demonstrate technical skills needed to maintain High-Level Disinfection (HLD) processes.- Utilize features of computerized tray/instrument tracking systems, if applicable.- Apply knowledge of dress code related to Standard Precautions and consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).- Report any life safety issues, environmental concerns, or process deviations to immediate supervisor.- Develop awareness and understanding of what is at stake regarding patients in the OR.- Maintain a customer-friendly rapport with peers and internal/external customers.- Provide on-call coverage outside of standard scheduled hours per department and/or facility policy.- Record work activity as prescribed by department policy.- Assist in transporting sterilized instrumentation to operating rooms as needed.- Verify that required instrumentation has been sterilized and is available for next-day, call, or weekend cases.- Assist in removing soiled case carts or non-sterile instrumentation from the operating room department.- Respond to problem calls from Surgery during regular business hours. Schedule Notes: Evening shifts from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM Float Requirements: - Floating may be required to any location within sixty (60) miles of the original assignment location or identified float zone.- Float assignments may include duties outside of original job requirements in accordance with policy. Skills Required: - Sterile Processing- Patient Care- FDA, OSHA Standards- Customer Service Oriented- Operations- Quality Control- Staffing- Sterilization- Infection Control- Workflow- Maintenance Education: High School Diploma/GED Required Languages: English (Speak, Read, Write) Job Category: Clinical-Allied-Travel Client Details Address1010 Three Springs Blvd CityDurango StateCO Zip Code81301 Job Board DisclaimerBy applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text HELP for more info, or STOP to unsubscribe.Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.