CS Tech II

About the Job

General Summary of Position

Responsible to prepare, distribute, and control sterile/non-sterile supplies, equipment, and instrumentation. Must be self-directed and capable of carrying out assignments with limited supervision and will accept responsibility to assist in on-the-job training of new team members. Assists the patient care team to provide and maintain customer service focus essential for smooth operations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains proficiency in the decontamination, racking, wrapping, and sterilization of instruments • Maintains instruments and equipment through use of proper cleaning and sterilization techniques • Handles instruments and equipment correctly to ensure safety and usability • Conducts biological monitoring of sterilizer and records results • Wears appropriate scrub attire, cover coat, hair coverings, and masks in designated areas • Remains alert to instrument and equipment safety hazards to prevent malfunction during use • Inspects instruments prior to tray assembly • Removes dull or malfunctioning instrument(s) from service and replaces them as necessary • Accurately and promptly documents unusual occurrences noted during biological monitoring or sterilizer runs • Maintains authorized traffic patterns in Central Supply • Assists in inventory care and distribution of supplies • Maintains par levels in quantities sufficient to ensure availability • Assists in storing and stocking supplies • Is aware of where supplies are housed and is able to retrieve them quickly and efficiently upon request • Reports problems and potential solutions regarding patients, visitors, and team members to the Assistant Director Central Sterile Processing • Responds appropriately in urgent and emergent situations • Prioritizes and completes assignments within scheduled hours of work to meet departmental needs • Serves on committees, task forces, process action teams, public relations activities, or work groups on a voluntary and appointment basis at the division and/or hospital level • Acts as a preceptor for new team members • Performs other duties as assigned

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• 1-2 years Working experience as Central Sterile Technician I required

Licenses and Certifications

• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician • Current certification as a Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center • Ability to read, write, and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position • Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospitals mission, values, and commitment to compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory laws • Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities • Exhibits professionalism, courtesy, and excellent customer service while interacting with patients, guests, and co-workers • Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality • Develops and promotes a commitment to service excellence within the work area by communicating with team members in a courteous and respectful manner and by demonstrating the ability to work in an environment of cooperation and collaboration • Ability to demonstrate compliance with patient safety and risk management protocols • Ability to demonstrate self-directed learning initiatives and seeks ways to maintain current competency and respond to new clinical opportunities • Ensures that the environment of care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines • Ability to comply with Joint Commission and OSHA standards • Ability to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts • Ability to follow directions • Ability to respond to emergency situations appropriately • Ability to organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities

Position Details

This position has a hiring range of USD $18.70 - USD $32.72 /Hr.