Technician, Sterile Processing - One Brooklyn Health : Job Details

Overview Under the supervision of the Director/Manager the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, assembling, packaging and sterilizing all instruments and equipment from all areas of the health care facility as well as the operation and care of same equipment and instruments. Responsibilities

• Cleans and decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment following established policy and procedure.
• Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes medical devices following manufacturer's recommendations and established procedure.
• Receives and records all instruments and equipment from patient care areas for appropriate processing.
• Operates cleaning and sterilization equipment in the department according to manufacturer's recommendations and established procedure.
• Receives and maintains SPD inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Effectively communicates, both written and verbal, with co-workers.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary to facilitate the functions of the department and hospital.

Qualifications Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses, and Certification Requirements:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST.)

Experience:

• Six (6) months Sterile Processing experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency with Office PC's, Desktops, and Laptop software in addition to familiarity with Microsoft Office softwares to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Good interpersonal skills a must.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to pass a written and verbal proficiency review.
• Must be organized, and self-motivated with a focused attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting, standing, pushing, pulling, walking, and viewing a computer screen up to 95% of shift.
• May include some repetitive motions.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH). OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.