Cent Sterile Supply Tech

05109 Central Sterile Supply Tech STRHS-Lawrenceburg Job Description 3.31.2017 Collects, decontaminates, stores and distributes all reusable supplies and patient care equipment in the hospital.

Reports to: Director of Surgical Services

FLSA: Non-exempt

Grade: 55

EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers □ 02 Professionals □ 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers X 09 Service Workers

Essential Functions ?

Provides inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.

Operates departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.

Provides customer service to all departments with a focus on the patient need.

Processes and documents all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.

Monitors and performs antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.

Job Requirements ?

Minimum Education X High school diploma or equivalent X Required

Minimum Education X Graduate of a Program in Discipline X Preferred

Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills Certifications: X Basic Life Support (BLS may be obtained within 30 days of hire following orientation) □ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) □ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) □ Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) □ Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) □Other__ □Other_

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Organization: *Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg

Title: Cent Sterile Supply Tech

Location: Tennessee-Lawrenceburg

Requisition ID: 7425-3171