What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Sterile Processing Tech position at HCA Houston Healthcare?
Description
Introduction
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Certified Sr Sterile Processing Technician today with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe.
Benefits
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Come join our team as a(an) Certified Sr Sterile Processing Technician. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!
Job Summary And Qualifications
The Sr. Central Sterile Technician working in this position works closely with surgical units, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Physical Therapy, Critical Care, Women's Services and the ED. Responsible for assisting the Supervisor in planning, directing, and supervising all functions of the Central Processing Department. Responsible for Quality Control of all equipment and supplies in the department and for reporting all control data to the Director of Surgical Services. Performs delegated functions in compliance with hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies and procedures. Assists in the facilitation of all functions of the department. Assists in the Performance Improvement Progress of the department. Assumes responsibility for unit operation in the absence of the Supervisor CPD. Responsible for maintenance and/or sterilizer repair requests via the hospital information system. Must meet the position responsibilities for Central Sterile Technician. The Sr. Central Sterile Technician works closely with all hospital departments utilizing sterile supplies and instruments. Works closely with professional and non-professional employees of the hospital, and with physicians utilizing Central Processing Department services.
What you will do in this role:
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Certified Sr Sterile Processing Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Introduction
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Certified Sr Sterile Processing Technician today with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe.
Benefits
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Come join our team as a(an) Certified Sr Sterile Processing Technician. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!
Job Summary And Qualifications
The Sr. Central Sterile Technician working in this position works closely with surgical units, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Physical Therapy, Critical Care, Women's Services and the ED. Responsible for assisting the Supervisor in planning, directing, and supervising all functions of the Central Processing Department. Responsible for Quality Control of all equipment and supplies in the department and for reporting all control data to the Director of Surgical Services. Performs delegated functions in compliance with hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies and procedures. Assists in the facilitation of all functions of the department. Assists in the Performance Improvement Progress of the department. Assumes responsibility for unit operation in the absence of the Supervisor CPD. Responsible for maintenance and/or sterilizer repair requests via the hospital information system. Must meet the position responsibilities for Central Sterile Technician. The Sr. Central Sterile Technician works closely with all hospital departments utilizing sterile supplies and instruments. Works closely with professional and non-professional employees of the hospital, and with physicians utilizing Central Processing Department services.
What you will do in this role:
- Demonstrates overall ability to prioritize and organize time, evidenced by ability to complete work assignment within assigned shift, therefore controlling overtime.
- Manages supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique.
- Assists in the development of policies and procedures specific to CPD.
- Functions within parameters of job description, educational preparation, and documented competency levels.
- Carries out known tasks to completion without continued reminders.
- Applies and adheres to hospital and departmental policies/protocols in daily routine.
- Actively participates in performance improvement activities.
- Practices hospital infection control policies.
- Demonstrates proficiency in performance of job-related technical skills.
- Uses skills to assist supervisor and preceptors in orientation of new employees.
- Performs special assignments and duties as requested and/or according to educational training.
- Demonstrates familiarity with capabilities of information management system (Meditech).
- Shares knowledge with staff when problem solving.
- Prior CPD experience required
- One year in OR setting preferred
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- Certificate must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Tech (CSPT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Certified Sr Sterile Processing Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
