What are the responsibilities and job description for the CENTRAL STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN position at Cooper University Health Care?
At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
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Short Description
Carries out procedures for department functions, including, but not limited to:
- Washing, inspecting, packaging, and sterilizing instruments/equipment
- Maintaining accurate monitoring records
- Using and interpreting chemical and biological indicators
- Performs appropriate cleaning of all sterilization equipment
- Assisting OR personnel in locating/reprocessing instruments
- Participating in performance improvement activities.
- Follows established policies & procedures.
- Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors.
- Provides excellent customer service interfacing well with all levels of staff, management, and physicians.
Experience Required
- Previous operating room technician or central supply technician experience (including appropriate certification) preferred.
- Previous surgical instrumentation/equipment decontamination and sterilization with familiarity of various instrument sterilization methods required.
- Must possess excellent customer service skills, initiative and ability to take independent action, and be capable of establishing and maintaining outstanding working relationships
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
License/Certification Requirements
- CSP Certification (CRCST or CBSPD Certification).
- Must maintain certification.
Special Requirements
- 11pm-7:30am w/rotating weekends
