Sterile Processing Technician - Surgical Services - FT - Evenings - MHW
Memorial Healthcare System
Summary
Receives, cleans, sterilizes and stores surgical instruments and equipment. Monday - Friday, 3pm to 11:30pm, weekends on rotation after 90 day orientation.
Job description
Summary
Receives, cleans, sterilizes and stores surgical instruments and equipment. Monday - Friday, 3pm to 11:30pm, weekends on rotation after 90 day orientation.
Responsibilities
- Performs and documents required quality assurance testing and inspections.
- Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods and substances.
- Properly disposes of bio-hazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and supplies.
Competencies
Accountability, customer service, equipment sterilization, hand hygiene, organization skills, responding to change, standards of behavior.
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Certification as CCSVP, CER, CHL, CIS, CRCST, CSPDM, CSPDT, or CST
- One (1) year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred
- Successful completion of a recognized training program in Central Sterile Processing preferred
- Critical thinking skills
- Effective communication skills
- Decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a stressful environment
Company overview
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Founded in 1953, the organization operates six major hospitals including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and the renowned Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. With approximately 17,000 employees, Memorial Healthcare System provides a comprehensive continuum of care ranging from primary care services to advanced tertiary and quaternary programs such as adult and pediatric cardiac transplant, bone marrow transplant, trauma care, and intensive care services. The system has earned numerous prestigious awards including recognition as a Florida Cancer Center of Excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation, and Great Place to Work certification. Memorial Healthcare System is committed to delivering patient-centered care through innovative medical services including cancer care, cardiac and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health services, while maintaining a strong focus on community outreach and medical education programs.