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Summary of Position :
Central supply technicians assume responsibility for reprocessing and delivery of re-usable instruments, sets, and linen packs.
They are responsible for ensuring adequate sterile supply levels are maintained in the operating room and other units.
Primary Job Responsibilities :
Sterilization : Operates sterilizing equipment on a daily basis. Reprocesses all re-usable instruments (decontamination, set identification, preparation, sterilization) with load control numbers on the item.
Organization : Assembles instrument trays according to computerized instrument count sheets; provides missing list when instruments are missing.
Organizes surgical instrument trays. Completes stocking and inventory.
Time Management : Follows instructions accurately, organizes multiple tasks, and establishes day to day priorities.
Safety : Follows universal precautions while working in the decontamination room.
Communication : Verifies with Operating Room staff that proper instruments, sets and equipment are on-hand and working properly.
Provides information accurately and completely. Identifies service related problems and suggests ways to improve quality and productivity.
Records all instruments processed in daily logs, and files according to procedure.
Teamwork : Ensures that all areas are clean, organized and ready for the next shift.
Equipment Maintenance : Assists in cleaning and inspecting floor equipment. Monitors and documents results of biological / bowie-dick testing, temperature and time cycles and reports malfunctions.
Cleans and monitors all necessary equipment.
Minimum Qualifications :
High school graduate or GED. Previous work experience in Central Sterile Supply preferred. Certified Central Service Technician through a national accredited agency or must obtain this certification within 18 months of date of hire.
Must complete annual continuing education requirements to maintain Central Service Technician certification.
Salary Range : $17.25 - $26.65
Pay Grade : 16
Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to : overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.
Last updated : 2024-06-25
Full Time
Hospital
$35k-44k (estimate)
04/01/2023
08/21/2024
saratogahospital.org
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
1,000 - 3,000
1999
Private
ANGELO G CALBONE
$200M - $500M
Hospital
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