Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC013230 Central Sterile

Summary:

Full Time, 11:00p - 7:30aThe Central Sterile Technician processes supplies, equipment and reusable instrumentation for patient care use.

Additional Information:

Required Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:

Related Field - No experience required, Technicians - Sterile Processing experience Surgical Technologist experience

Required Certifications:

Recommended Certifications:

Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Material Management (IAHCSMM)

Description

1. Promptly decontaminates instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.

2. Washes, organizes and sterilizes instruments following established procedures.

3. Assembles and packages instrument trays, linen packs and supply items.

4. Assembles instrument trays, according to count sheet and AAMI standards, locating missing items and communicating with lead/Manager regarding missing instruments or need for changes to the count sheet.

5. Operates sterilizers and monitors sterilization gauges, charts, tapes and biological/chemical indicators to ensure adequate sterilization. Notifies lead/manager of any concerns.

6. Ensures that sterilizers and sterilizer carts are maintained, clean and in working order.

7. Maintains records on all sterilizer quality controls and equipment testing results and ensures records are accurate and complete.

8. Complies with infection control, safety and OSHA procedures and regulations.

9. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the appropriate department.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.