What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Sterile Processing Technician position at Tower Health?
PERMANENT CERT REQUIRED
ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
To fulfill various ancillary functions such as the processing of used surgical instrumentation, assembling and wrapping packs, restocking storage areas and relieving other aides. Receive and dispense supplies and equipment. Perform cleaning, assembling, preparation and sterilizing duties in Central Sterile Processing as directed
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Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- 1-2 years Endoscope experience
Certification and Licensure
- IAHCSMM CERT or CBSPD CERT
Required Skills
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Microsoft Office Applications
Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
Department Overview: Sterile Processing Department
The Sterile Processing Department (SPD) is a critical component of our healthcare facility, dedicated to ensuring the safety, functionality, and availability of medical instruments and equipment essential for patient care across all departments.
Key Responsibilities include Endoscope Reprocessing, the disassembly, thorough cleaning, detailed inspection, and precise reassembly of surgical instrument trays. Instrument sets are carefully sterilized and dispensed for use in the Operating Room, NICU, Emergency Department, and all ancillary departments according to all prescribed procedures and aseptic techniques, ensuring the highest standards of safety and effectiveness. Continuous education and training is provided to the SPD staff on the latest sterilization techniques, infection control protocols, and the proper handling of specialized medical instruments.
The Sterile Processing Department manages the collection, inspection, and distribution of patient care equipment throughout the hospital, ensuring that all equipment is sanitized, functional, and readily available to medical staff when needed. The department adheres to all hospital policies, regulations, and accreditation standards related to sterile processing and implements quality control measures to ensure the highest level of service.
The Sterile Processing Department is indispensable to the operations, ensuring that all patient care equipment and instruments are processed in a timely and efficient manner. We seek dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in this crucial area of healthcare.
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