SUMMARY: The Certified Central Sterile Supply Technician inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, and technical equipment for the OR. Operates sterilizers, prepares and dispenses sterile items; performs inspection, adjusting, cleaning and general servicing of instruments and equipment for the OR, internal hospital departments and off-site agencies to insure instruments and equipment are operating properly prior to issuing. Maintains accuracy of 95% or higher. Maintains productivity 90% or higher. Able to assist with orientation of new employees. Facilitates the interactions between the SPD and OR. The decisions made by the Sterile Processing Technician, and the interpersonal skills used to implement those decisions, must foster an environment of caring and dedication amongst the employees. Serve as a role model to others in the department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience working as a Central Sterile Instrument Technician or Surgical Technologist.

Certifications: CRCST, CSPDT or CST

Other: Ability to read, write and communicate effectively. Basic computer knowledge required.

Preferred Education: Associates degree or higher post-secondary education preferred.

Knowledge and expertise in at least one specialty service, i.e., Ortho; Neuro; Endoscopy; General/GYN/Robotics; ENT, Plastics/Ophthalmology/Dental; Cardiac/Vascular/Thoracic.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing to solve problems and to make decisions. Ability to frequently stand in place while setting up instrument trays and walk; frequently bend, stoop, squat, and twist up to or exceeding 8 to 12 hours during shift. Keen sense of hearing and visual acuity. Able to push/pull cart in excess of 200 pounds with equipment using proper body mechanics. Lifts instrument trays up to 25 pounds multiple times during shift using proper body mechanics. Occasionally must wear face shield/mask and work in the presence of washers, decontaminators, Steris units and sterilizers. Must work with a variety of chemicals required in the decontamination and sterilization of instruments and equipment used in surgical cases.

Work Environment:

Central Sterile Department, Materials Department, and Sterile Hall OR