Sterile Processing Tech PRN

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations. We strive for patient-centered care and comfort, and we are committed to serving the community and treating our patients as family.

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will provide safe and efficient practices for decontamination, instrument assembly, wrapping and sterilization of all reprocessed instruments and distribution equipment as well as providing case cart management. Your primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Handling equipment, instruments, and chemicals.

• Monitoring and controlling supplies and equipment.

• Record keeping.

• Scanning, sorting, inspecting, and assembling instruments.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:?

• Is detail-oriented and organized.

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.

• Excels working both independently and as part of a team.

• Effectively works in a stressful environment.

• Has excellent critical thinking skills and decisive judgement.

This opportunity allows you to be valued as a team member and supported as you achieve your goals. You'll work alongside highly trained caregivers, gain hands-on experience and skills and build a rewarding career.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Follows daily assignment as outlined on the shift assignment sheet and exhibits flexibility when asked to change assignments as needed.

• Functions independently in all areas of the Sterile Processing Department and portions of the Surgical Suite, i.e., Decontamination, Assembly area-sterilizing (Prep and Pack), House table and OR Instrumentation, Sterile Storage, Runner Role, Case Cart Picking, Packroom, and Equipment Testing.

• Collects and cleans instruments and equipment after use on patient procedures.

• Performs specialized cleaning for Robotic Instrumentation, take a-part instrumentation, Specialty Scopes, light cords, Cameras and a variety of specialized instrumentation.

• Operates Specialized Equipment such as Cavi-wave Ultrasonic cleaning unit, Washers and a Variety of Sterilizers (Steam, Vpro (low temp) and Ethylene Oxide).

• Inspects equipment and instrumentation for malfunction and/or missing parts and reports same to Sterile Processing management.

• Assembles instruments and equipment according to departmental standards/guidelines and uses the daily Production Screen and Key Supply List, Cart/Tray Markers as directed.

• Wraps and/or places in sterion containers, equipment or instruments needing sterilization.

• Sterilizes equipment/instruments using all methods of sterilization and high level disinfection available in the Sterile Processing/OR department and completes the appropriate documentation required for the sterilization procedure.

• Functions in Central Distribution on night shift for Distribution of Emergency Supply needs.

• Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of instruments, equipment, and supplies.

• Meets the Sterile instrumentation needs for the Surgery Department as well as on on-site and off-site users that require Sterile Instrumentation.

• Works with Vendor Loaned Trays to assure proper cleaning and Sterilization of these Specialized Trays.

• Performs Sterility Checks by validating Biological Results on Implant items.

• Performs Sterility Checks when in Runner Role, Stocking Instrumentation, Picking Case Carts and taking items to Surgical Suite as requested.

• Performs daily cleaning and stocking of work areas.

• Provides individual operating rooms with equipment/instrumentation as requested.

• Performs the above functions according to Sterile Processing and Operating Room policy and procedure.

• Checks for outdated supplies when indicated.

• Performs monthly departmental cleaning/documentation as directed.

• Performs errands and acts as a messenger when needed.

• Performs other less skilled work as directed.

• Attends and achieves 100% attendance at all mandatory in-service programs, both departmental and hospital wide.

• Acts as a preceptor.

• Works on Sterile Processing Department committees.

• Completes all mandatory competencies.

• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.

• Follows system and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code, display of the ID badge and safety.

• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High school graduate or the equivalent.

Certifications:

• Must have and retain an un-expired CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CBSPD (Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution).

• Exception: Team members who have expired Registrations but are grandfathered into the job classification from before the certification standard was implemented.

Complexity of Work:

• Communicates effectively.

• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

• Ability to perform basic computer functions and demonstrate proficiency with Instrumentation Tracking System.

• Courteous and customer oriented, exhibiting "Service Plus" standards at all times.

• Able to work cooperatively with co-workers and OR personnel.

• Ability to support the hospital direction on Be Nice, Work Hard and Accommodate.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Ability to work well both individually and within a Team.

• Ability to remain calm during stressful times.

• Must be able to demonstrate that ability to prioritize.

• Has the ability to work rapidly and accurately to meet supply and demand needs and at the same time achieving quality results.

Work Experience:

• Sterile Processing experience is preferred.

• Surgical Technician experience is preferred.

• Working knowledge of Operating Room instrumentation preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform duties while standing, sitting, stooping, and reaching for prolonged periods of time. Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds on a continual basis; ability to push, pull, and navigate carts weighing up to 100 pounds.

• Possible exposure to biological and chemical contamination.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform basic functions of position day to day instrument counting, sorting and assembly. Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.

• Must be able to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors to utilize color-coded systems used for instrument identification. All applicants will be required to be prescreened for color blindness by our Occupational Health Department.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

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