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    Sterile Processing Tech - Lima, United States - Mercy Health

    Mercy Health
    Mercy Health Lima, United States

    1 day ago

     Trinity Health background
    Description

    Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit.

    This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day.

    Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

    Primary Function/General Purpose of Position


    The Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified, under general supervision, will inspect, clean, assemble, test, and processes patient care equipment, supplies, and instruments according to established policies and procedures and according to manufacturer's instructions for use.

    They will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice.

    Primary duties may vary depending on area assigned.

    Essential Job Functions


    Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.

    Applies proper knowledge of various detergents and chemical disinfectants for use in the decontamination and removal of blood, bone, and other body tissues from contaminated surgical equipment.

    Adheres to standard precautions while performing cleaning and sterilization duties.
    Inventories, stocks, and delivers supplies, carts, equipment to all facility areas as indicated per facility guidelines. Orders, restocks, labels, and maintains proper inventory levels. Rotates stock, inspecting for outdates per market requirements.

    Performs and documents quality control aspects of sterile processing using various information technology systems focusing on instrument tracking, surgery schedules, surgeon preference cards, supply ordering and management.

    Accurately maintains comprehensive quality assurance standards related to sterilization and infection control.

    Operates and understands various sterilizers and sterilizing techniques required to produce sterile packages for use in the surgical setting keeping package assembly aseptic protocols in mind.

    Monitors sterilization regularly ensuring quality assurance through chemical and biological indicators and integrators.

    Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.

    Identifies and resolves infection control issues in and around transport of biological hazardous materials, including the use of universal precautions and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as sterile product identification.

    Demonstrates knowledge of the operation and testing of washers and/or disinfectors, steam, and hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilizers, and other facility specific equipment and instrumentation.

    Identifies surgical instrumentation by surgical specialty: General, Gynecological, Robotic, ENT, Orthopedics, Neurological, Vascular, Obstetrical, Urological, etcetera. Including functionality testing, assembly and disassembly as required according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
    Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.


    This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

    Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

    Licensing/Certification

    One of the following is required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (certification required within 2 years after hired) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (certified required within 2 years after hire) (required)

    Education

    High School Diploma or GED (required)

    Work Experience

    Recent experience in surgical setting (preferred)

    Training

    EPIC (preferred)

    Language

    None

    Patient Population


    Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.


    Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

    Not applicable to this position

    Working Conditions

    Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

    May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

    May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

    May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

    May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

    May have periods of constant interruptions.

    Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

    Prolonged periods of working alone.


    Other:
    Push/Pull over 100 lbs.


    • Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
    Physical Requirements

    Physical Demands

    Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

    Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x

    Lifting/ Carrying lbs.) x

    Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x

    Push/ Pull lbs.) x

    Stoop, Kneel x

    Crawling x

    Climbing x

    Balance x

    Bending x

    Work Position

    Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

    Sitting x

    Walking x

    Standing

    Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

    Physical Requirements

    Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

    Perform shift work

    Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

    Reach above shoulder

    Repetitive arm/hand movements

    Finger Dexterity

    Color Vision

    Acuity – far

    Acuity – near

    Hazards - Select if a potential hazard for this job.

    Depth perception

    Use of Latex products

    Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

    Exposure to moving mechanical parts

    Exposure to dust/fumes

    Exposure to potential electrical shock

    Exposure to high pitched noises

    Gaseous risk exposure

    Skills

    Ability to Follow Instructions

    Able to Work Independently

    Able to work under pressure

    Anticipate Needs

    Communication

    Communication with multi-levels

    Computer skills

    Critical Thinking


    HIPAA
    Infection Control

    Move with a sense of urgency

    Possess Surgical Conscience

    Professionalism

    Self-Directed

    Takes Direction

    Teamwork

    Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

    Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
    Prescription drug coverage
    Flexible spending accounts
    Life insurance w/AD&D
    Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
    Paid time off
    Educational Assistance
    And much more

    *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status


    All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

    If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at


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