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    Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Baltimore, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH

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    General Summary of Position
    MedStar Health is looking for a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to join our team We are looking for a certified Sterile Processing Technician with thorough knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, infection control requirements, basic knowledge of medical/surgical procedures and terminology.
    The Certified Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. May act as preceptor to new associates
    Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move

    Primary Duties:
    Assembles all instrument trays, sets, kits and packs according to the prescribed manner using content lists or set recipe as a guide. Wraps packages and handles them according to the standard procedure. Scans trays/sets one at a time. Carefully inventory each tray/set. Validates containers/wrapped items to confirm filters, locks, indicators, count sheets and valve plates are in place. Marks items with the identifying data and distributes or stores in designated area. Consults with the supervisor/ team leader when unable to replace parts or when the equipment is deficient. Disassembles and cleans equipment such as suction machines, IV poles and monitors, and pumps using approved disinfectants, detergents, soaps, and cleaners. Reassembles equipment after cleaning and tests for proper functioning. Sends all inoperable equipment to the appropriate holding area for pick up or repair. Dispenses products requested for sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies. Assigns priority to emergency requests and issues them to the requesting department. Completes forms for documentation or tracking purposes.
    Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment. Follows routine schedules for cleaning and maintaining the equipment. Maintains a safe work environment. Maintains and cleans the shelves and work areas. Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Performs general cleaning of the department surface areas, racks, shelves, all storage areas. Participates in educational programs and in in-service meetings and workshops. Works closely in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of stock. Assists in ordering departmental supplies.
    Participates in the orientation of new associates. Provides feedback on the progress of the new associates/students regularly. Performs biological and chemical monitoring. Performs visible inspection of the sterilizers and reports concerns immediately to the Team Leader or Supervisor/Manager.
    Processes all contaminated instruments, supplies and equipment. Checks proper operation of the cart washer, U/S washers, Washer Decontaminators, dryer, and dumb waiter daily and reports malfunction to team leader/manager. Receives all completed case carts and attends to and processes trays received. Prioritizes trays that need to be turned over. Receives/processes loaner trays. Manually cleans the power tools, scopes, lenses, and other delicate instruments. Maintains clean and orderly area. Performs leak test on all flexible endoscopes prior to cleaning and disinfecting according to established procedure. Performs water tests and records them accordingly. Performs routine cleaning of equipment.
    Sterilizes instruments, equipment, utensils, and supplies. Properly loads sterilizer and sets controls to specified time and temperature. Completes appropriate documentation records prior to sterilization. Reads, marks and initials autoclave printout to verify appropriate sterilization cycle and provides records for inspection. Inspects items sterilized prior to sending/receiving to the appropriate department or area to assure integrity of wrapped items and sterilization. Cleans the sterilizer strainer.

    Qualifications:
    High School Diploma or GED.
    CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification.
    CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) certification.
    2 years sterile processing technician experience preferred.

    Why MedStar Health?
    At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

  • Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
  • Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
  • Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
  • More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
  • About MedStar Health
    MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

    MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.



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