Central Sterile Tech
Job Description
About Steward Health Care
Nearly a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.
As the country’s largest physician-led, tax paying, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.
Steward is among the nation’s largest and most successful accountable care organizations (ACO), with more than 5,500 providers and 43,000 health care professionals who care for 12.3 million patients a year through a closely integrated network of hospitals, multispecialty medical groups, urgent care centers, skilled nursing facilities and behavioral health centers.
Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates 39 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Utah.
For more information, visit www.steward.org.
Sterile Processing Technician- Central Sterile Processing Department
We believe our people are our strength and we take our employees’ health seriously. From medical coverage and life insurance to retirement plans, paid time off and much more, Steward Health Care provides you with a variety of benefits to address your unique needs.
Health & Wellness
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Vision
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement & Savings
- 401K
Educational Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursements
- Loan Repayment
Work & Life Balance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Other Perks
- Low Cost parking
- Up to 20% employee discount-Gift shop, onsite Café and Cafeteria
Our Safe and Ready program consists of a rigorous [five-point] standard ensuring patient safety, confidence and convenience:
- Expanded hours will allow previously cancelled procedures to be scheduled as quickly as possible.
- Any COVID-19 related care takes place in designated areas away from other patients and their families.
- Emergency Departments are reorganized to be a safe place to treat all emergency patients.
- A stringent cleaning policy has been implemented throughout the hospital.
- A strictly controlled visitor and masking policy is required for patient safety.
You can rest assured that we have made the necessary preparations to provide care in a safe, controlled and professional way.
Under the supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager and according to approved policies and procedures the incumbent will assemble case carts containing consumable supplies and instrumentation. Post operatively instruments will be clean/decontaminated, assembled, sterilized and stored until ready to be issued. Consumables will be inventoried, stocked and issued as needed.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
Consistently supports the hospital’s standards, in line with the Mission, Vision and values of St. Joseph Medical Center.
Follows the Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to
prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (
Promotes a culture of safety for patients and Associates through proper identification, proper reporting,
documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
Cleans/decontaminates surgical instruments, and equipment.
Identifies and assembles multiple types of surgical instruments/instrument sets used in twelve different surgical specialties.
Inspects instruments, leak tests fiber optic endoscopies and replaces or coordinate repairs with manager,
supervisor, or lead tech.
Operates steam, and Sterrad plasma sterilizers.
Monitors sterilizers and maintains sterilization records.
Monitors and adheres to departmental activities/procedures according to guidelines established by OSHA, AORN and JCAHO.
Inventories and stock shelves, and help maintain a clean work environment.
Pulls supplies and instruments listed on the physician preference cards and assemble a case cart for each individual surgical procedure.
Replenishes emergency carts, exchange carts and issues other supplies and equipment to patient care floors.
Supportive of the compliance program set forth by SJMC and demonstrated by:
- Upholds the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance.
- Adheres to and helps to enforce all compliance policies relevant to his/her area.
- Assures timely compliance education as requested by the Compliance Officer and/or through corporate initiatives.
Sets an example to all staff in their daily activities.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
Education and Work Experience:
One year experience preferred working with surgical supplies and instruments.
License/Registration/Certification:
Registered Central Service Technician (RCST), Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CBSPD) or must complete certification within one year of employment)
Education & Training:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Skills:
Ability to read and write information communicated via a case cart requisition or count sheet.
Ability to follow verbal orders received on the telephone
Analytical skills necessary to accurately fill surgical case carts and assemble surgical instrument sets.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Ability to stand and walk approximately eighty percent of the shift.
Ability to work with blood and body substance.
Growth:
Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments.
Enhances the patient experience by fostering a positive relationship with customers. Contributes to improving HCAHPS results.
Finance:
Promotes stewardship of hospital resources while ensuring quality customer service.
Steward Health Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Steward Health Care does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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