What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPD Certified Instrument Technician - Central Sterile Supply position at Windham Hospital?
Description
Job Schedule: Full TimeStandard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details: Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm ; weekend, holiday coverage all shifts;on call coverage all shifts
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Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
For more than 75 years, Windham Hospital has treated patients with the latest high-tech equipment, operated by some of the most skilled and compassionate medical professionals available. We seek to meet the total healthcare needs of people from throughout Northeastern Connecticut. Our staff members are proud to live and work in this area, and are committed to providing quality healthcare to our community.
JOB SUMMARY
Assists with maintaining an efficient technical operation in the GI lab with the goal of optimal patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy and bronchoscopy. Demonstrates appropriate clinical practice and promotes patient advocacy.
An individual trained to perform a variety of service-oriented functions; providing support for ACU and PACU Departments. Supports patient care through inventory management, quality control testing, equipment and room readiness, patient transport, and secretarial duties for unit. Assist directly in providing patient care as trained/competent (e.g. endo room assistance, patient monitoring, patient care to include vital signs, ambulation, personal care) and other tasks deemed appropriate.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience
- Position requires two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience and/or surgical experience.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
- CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) or (CRCST) Certified Registered Central Service Technician).
Language Skills
- Effective communication and ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:
- Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including email, basic internet use, entry and retrieval of information). Ability to follow detailed instructions, organizes complicated technical assignments, work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality. Requires the ability to recognize problem situations and refer them to the appropriate staff member.
Preferred Requirements
Education
- Associate's Degree.
Experience
- More than (2) years of Sterile Processing experience and/or surgical experience.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
- CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) or (CRCST) Certified Registered Central Service Technician). International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IASCHM)
