Description
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Sterile Processing Technician reports to the Nurse Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor. Accepts direction from the Sr. Technician in work assignments, the daily functions / tasks of SPD in the prioritization of work flow to meet the department needs. Individual must demonstrate knowledge, skill and competence in all department areas; such as disinfection, decontamination, assembly and sterilization. Must possess and demonstrate knowledge of surgical instrumentation and department specific equipment utilized. Performs Steam, Sterrad and Ethylene Oxide sterilization, chemical disinfection, and disinfection of Patient Care Equipment (PCE) as needed. Transports surgical instruments between departments in the proper manner as required by Regulatory Agencies (AAMI, AORN, etc.).
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
1. High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
2. One to three years in an acute care setting with hospital Sterile Processing Department experience preferred.
3. Completion of a Certified Central Supply Technician course required
4. Knowledge of Surgical Instrumentation, Patient Care Equipment (PCE), department specific equipment and the technology utilized in the Sterile Processing Department.
5. Understands the theory to demonstrate commonly used concepts, skills and knowledge in the pre-established practices and procedures utilized in all department areas and in the operation of Steam, Sterrad and Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilizers, ultrasonic sinks and washer / disinfectors.
6. Basic computer skills (word).
Licenses and Certifications Required:
1. Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution - CBSPD or Sterile Processing Certification - HSPA
Working Conditions:
Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hour a day.
If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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