What are the responsibilities and job description for the CENTRAL STERILE TECH-I position at Miami Valley Hospital South?
Position: Central Sterile Tech-I
Department: Central Sterile Processing
Shift: 10:30AM-9:00PM/ Weekends & Holidays
Status: Full-time/ 80 hours per pay period
Facility: Miami Valley South
The Instrument Tech is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, maintenance, assembly, packaging, sterilization and distribution of surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies to nursing departments. The Instrument Tech must show knowledge of operation, and proper handling, of all complex equipment within the department. The Instrument Tech must show knowledge of general instrumentation and be able to receive instruction, and proficiently utilize information under a high level of pressure to perform and appropriately prioritize daily tasks. The Instrument Tech must possess basic computer skills. The Instrument Tech must maintain a professional image and behavior toward patients, visitors, physicians and other employees to create a positive impression consistent with professional etiquette. The Instrument Tech will adhere to the Premier Health Core Values and the Standards of Behavior.
Education
Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GEDExperience
Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience Preferred experience: 1-year sterile processing experience preferredKnowledge/Skills
Knowledge of the hospital setting, infection control and medical terminology is highly desired.
Computer skills and experience is preferred
