Sterile Processing Specialist I FT Nights

Under direct supervision, cares, handles and stores instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for surgery and processed goods for redistribution throughout the Medical Center. Assists Sterile Processing Specialists with various team lead duties, such as maintaining competencies.

Education

Completion of Central Sterile Processing Program. High School or GED.

Experience

CS Technician or instrumentation experience

Skills

• Advanced analytical ability to identify and perform minor repairs on instrumentation.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment where incumbents need to be able to respond rapidly and efficiently to request / needs of surgical team, as well as, to changes in the O.R. schedule and Nursing Units requests.
• Organizational skills.

Licensures, Certifications

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and stand for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time. Frequent hand washing. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time. Ability to push, pull, or lift heavy instruments up to 40 pounds up to eighty (80%) percent of work time.

Working Conditions

Works in clean and dirty areas. Is moderately exposed to heat. Works in areas with considerable noise from sterilizers and other equipment fifty (50%) percent of work time. Exposed to water and detergents up to fifty (50%) percent of work time. Exposed to potential health hazards and physical hazards from contaminated instruments and other sharp objects up to (50%) of work time.

Conditions of Employment

Must maintain own individual record for proper completion / accrual of Continuing Education Credits based on National expectations

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and stand for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time. Frequent hand washing. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time. Ability to push, pull, or lift heavy instruments up to 30 pounds up to eighty (80%) percent of work time.

Working Conditions

Works in clean and dirty areas. Is moderately exposed to heat. Works in areas with considerable noise from sterilizers and other equipment fifty (50%) percent of work time. Exposed to water and detergents up to fifty (50%) percent of work time. Exposed to potential health hazards and physical hazards from contaminated instruments and other sharp objects up to (50%) of work time.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values :

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Pay Range

$17.13 - $26.68

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.