Sterile Processing Technician

Company: Sutter Health
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Organization:SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg HospitalPosition Overview: This position distributes medical supplies throughout the hospital, maintains a stock of medical supplies in clinical departments, prepares instrument trays, provides sterilization services, provides training for new staff, and acts as a resource to Sterile Processing Technicians by answering questions and providing procedural information and guidance.Job Description:EDUCATIONHS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURECRCST-Certified Registered Central Service Technician Upon Hire OR CBSPD Upon Hire

EXPERIENCEFive years related hospital experience and/or demonstration of competency required that would result in a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of medical supplies, procedure trays, universal precautions, and sterilization techniques. Additionally, the applicant must demonstrate the ability to be a resource to Sterile Processing Tech I staff by effectively training new employees, answering questions appropriately, providing accurate and complete information regarding departmental procedures and demonstrating good communication skills.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEExtensive knowledge of microbiology, principals of sterilization in a medical environment and Universal Precautions required;Basic computer skills desirable.Must demonstrate the ability to learn quickly and handle multiple tasks while remaining calm and focused.Must be able to train others, and act as a resource to Sterile Processing Technicians in matters of product knowledge and sterilization techniques.Must be detail oriented.Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.Must be able to maintain accurate records.Must be able to listen, communicate effectively, and work closely with others in a team setting. License/Certifications: CRCST-Certified Registered Central Service Technician - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel ManagementEducation:High School Diploma (Required)Job Shift:VariedSchedule:Full TimeShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Every other WeekendBenefits:YesUnions:YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:36Employee Status:RegularNumber of Openings:1 This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800. Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Schedule/Shift: Regular/ Days

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