What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Sterile Processing Technician position at AtlantiCare?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sterile Processing Technician certified works independently to clean, decontaminate and assemble all reusable instrumentation and patient care equipment. This position requires preparation of equipment/instruments for sterilization and operation of cleaning and sterilizing equipment according to established departmental procedures.
This position prepares and monitors sterilized instruments and pulls supplies for the Operating Room case cart system. It assists in maintaining accurate inventories of supplies, replenishes and maintains stock levels for the Surgical Case Cart Room.
This position performs periodic physical inventories as directed and maintains a clean and safe workplace. It completes all other duties assigned by Lead Technician/Supervisor or Manager.
The Position is a flexible position that often requires various shift coverage as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: High school Diploma or GED; preferred college associate degree.
Certified Registered Central Sterilization Technician (CRCST) or (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire. Technicians are responsible for maintaining their certification. Certification is mandated by NJDOH.
EXPERIENCE: Preferred minimum one year experience with Sterile Processing, Materials Management, Surgical Scrub Technician or a healthcare related field is preferred.
This employee must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
PRESSURE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Exhibits the core behavioral competencies as listed on the Assessment and evaluation tool.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires extensive walking, standing and lifting.
Demonstrates the ability to push and pull weights in excess of 90 pounds with assistance. Lifting, pushing and pulling of weights 30 to 90lbs, or greater with assistance a majority of the time also required.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the SPD Supervisor and takes direction from the SPD Lead Processing Technician.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Work Environment:
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment. Exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires extensive walking, standing, and lifting.
Demonstrates the ability to push and pull weights in excess of 90 pounds with assistance. Lifting, pushing and pulling of weights 30 to 90lbs, or greater with assistance a majority of the time also required.
Reporting Relationship
This position reports to the SPD Supervisor and takes direction from the SPD Lead Processing Technician in SPD.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
The Sterile Processing Technician certified works independently to clean, decontaminate and assemble all reusable instrumentation and patient care equipment. This position requires preparation of equipment/instruments for sterilization and operation of cleaning and sterilizing equipment according to established departmental procedures.
This position prepares and monitors sterilized instruments and pulls supplies for the Operating Room case cart system. It assists in maintaining accurate inventories of supplies, replenishes and maintains stock levels for the Surgical Case Cart Room.
This position performs periodic physical inventories as directed and maintains a clean and safe workplace. It completes all other duties assigned by Lead Technician/Supervisor or Manager.
The Position is a flexible position that often requires various shift coverage as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: High school Diploma or GED; preferred college associate degree.
Certified Registered Central Sterilization Technician (CRCST) or (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire. Technicians are responsible for maintaining their certification. Certification is mandated by NJDOH.
EXPERIENCE: Preferred minimum one year experience with Sterile Processing, Materials Management, Surgical Scrub Technician or a healthcare related field is preferred.
This employee must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
PRESSURE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Exhibits the core behavioral competencies as listed on the Assessment and evaluation tool.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires extensive walking, standing and lifting.
Demonstrates the ability to push and pull weights in excess of 90 pounds with assistance. Lifting, pushing and pulling of weights 30 to 90lbs, or greater with assistance a majority of the time also required.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the SPD Supervisor and takes direction from the SPD Lead Processing Technician.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Work Environment:
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment. Exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires extensive walking, standing, and lifting.
Demonstrates the ability to push and pull weights in excess of 90 pounds with assistance. Lifting, pushing and pulling of weights 30 to 90lbs, or greater with assistance a majority of the time also required.
Reporting Relationship
This position reports to the SPD Supervisor and takes direction from the SPD Lead Processing Technician in SPD.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
