CENTRAL STERILE TECHNICIAN
Company: Forrest General Hospital
Location: Hattiesburg
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Summary:The Central Sterile Technician performs under the
direct supervision of the Central Sterile Manager. Moderate
clerical skills will be utilized on a daily basis. Additionally,
the tech is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing
all instruments and equipment that comes through the Central
Sterile department. Based on hospital demands the tech may be
required to float to other areas of Surgical Services or to flex
off to relieve the hospital of staffing strains.The technician
performs specific functions in processing, sterilizing, and issuing
supplies that are used in the patient's care by surgery, maternity
services, outpatient facility, and other departments. She/he is
supervised by the Central Sterile Processing Manager who reports
directly to the Director of Surgical Services.Performance
Expectations:Performance expectations will be covered in the
orientation phase.Ability to effectively communicate with patients,
physicians, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer
service focus and application of positive language
principles.Provides for exceptional patient and coworker
experiences by following our standards of practice of always using
positive language (Heart-Head-Heart ---).Demonstrates independence
and exercises sound judgment in interactions with cohorts, vendors,
physicians and the interprofessional care team.Promotes a positive
work environment with the Central Sterile Team.Collaborates with
all members of the Central Sterile Team by actively communicating
and reporting pertinent information in a comprehensive
manner.Exhibits open and professional communication.Role models
fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team
dynamics.Performs all the duties of required of an Central Sterile
Team member.Must work in all areas of Central Sterile Processing,
i.e.; decontamination, pack and prep, wrapping, sterilization,
replacing of sets to BIN locations. Following orientation
competently utilizes all methods of sterilization and record
keeping available in Central Sterile.Maintains all HealthStream
assignment prior to deadlinesParticipates in all competencies
planned for the job role prior to deadline. Demonstrates knowledge
and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the
patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being
sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.Demonstrates
ability to function in decontamination using manual, ultrasonic,
cart washer, and washer decontamination equipmentDemonstrates
ability to place recyclable items in collection bins
properlyDemonstrates ability to use microsystem to record work
tasksDemonstrates ability to assemble simple to complex sets within
expected time frameDemonstrates ability to query microsystem or One
Source when question arisesDemonstrates ability to print labels
appropriately from MicrosystemsDemonstrates ability to choose
wrappers and wrap sets manuallyDemonstrates ability to
appropriately assemble container systems for setsDemonstrates
ability to use all methods of sterilization found in Central
Sterile, i.e.; steam sterilizers, and V-Pro MAXDemonstrates ability
to scan and record all loads correctlyDemonstrates knowledge of set
cooling timeStores sets to BIN locations accuratelyDispenses sets
to ancillary departments accuratelyDemonstrates ability to restock
OR replacement rack Demonstrates ability to peel-pack items
correctlyAdhere to the OR Attire and Attendance PolicySets a
positive example to all staff in daily activities.Behaviors and
interactions demonstrate a positive attitude, personal initiative
and motivation to achieve the goals of the department.Champions the
development and growth of safety culture.Demonstrates
organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Participates in all competencies planned for the job role prior to
deadlines.Complies with the Surgical Services / Central Sterile
policy.Follows the policies in the Employee Handbook. The spreading
of rumors and gossip creates unnecessary turmoil, weakens working
relationships, and is contrary to the spirit of the hospital and is
prohibited. Uses "We Care" philosophy daily and communicates using
Heart-Head-Heart --- communication.Works assigned shift and
responds when called upon for additional or emergency services.This
job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee
will also perform other job duties as
assigned.Qualifications:Education/Skills:High school diploma or
equivalent required.Work Experience:Central Sterile Processing
Experience preferred. Certification/Licensure:Required
PreferredTimeframe X Within 90 days of employmentBasic Life
SupportMental Demands:Ability to perform as a team member,
cooperate with others, follow directions precisely, demonstrate
initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
Keywords: Forrest General Hospital, Hattiesburg , CENTRAL STERILE TECHNICIAN, Professions , Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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