Certified Sterile Processing Technician – Part-Time Weekend, Nights

Here’s What You Need

Education
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required

Experience
1 Year of Sterile Processing Experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications
CSPDT – Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician Upon Hire Required Or

CBSPD – Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution Upon Hire Required Or

CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician Upon Hire Required

What You Will Do

·        Performs scanning of instrument trays for location and creation of count sheet/label.

·        Demonstrates proper assembly technique for instrument trays.

Demonstrates wrapping/containing of instruments/tray.

·        Performs scanning of instrument trays to track location using the instrument tracking system.

·        Demonstrates decontamination process according to policy and procedure.

·        Cleaning of instruments manually

·        Using automated cleaners, Ultrasonic washer, Instrument washer, Cart washer

·        Performs tests and documents as directed to ensure proper operation of washers and Emergency Eyewash and Shower

·        Demonstrates the proper loading technique for sterilization method.

·        Scans prepared items into correct sterilizer load.

·        Demonstrates procedure requirements needed to complete prior to sterilization operation.

·        Operates sterilizer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and the department’s policy.

·        Demonstrates procedure for removal of items following sterilization.

·        Demonstrates monitoring procedures.

·        Scan and deliver item to the proper storage place

·        Effectively utilizes infection control concepts.

·        Effectively handles all chemical and cleaning agents used for cleaning, decontamination and sterilization of instruments and equipment.

·        Describes what to do in the event of a chemical spill or related injury.

·        Demonstrates safety precautions when operating washers and sterilizers.

·        Follows safe lifting techniques as well as proper techniques for handling instruments

·        Demonstrates processing and distribution of special medical emergency carts, and Urology carts

·        Assists Service Window customers according to established guidelines.

·        Monitors supplies as necessary.

·        Other duties as assigned

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Certified Sterile Processing Technician:

·        Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.

·        Delivery of high-quality patient care

·        Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

·        A supportive team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

 

At Texas Health Southwest and Texas Health Clearfork, we operate as one hospital across two locations, proudly serving the southwest Fort Worth area and its surrounding communities since 1987. Our 261-bed, full-service hospital provides convenient access to care for patients across Tarrant County.

 

Our specialties include surgical services, orthopedics, rehabilitation, imaging, and adult critical care. We also offer a 24-hour emergency department. Additionally, we are certified as a Primary Heart Attack Center, Primary Stroke Center, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Maternal Center, Level III Neonatal Center, and a nationally accredited facility for Breast care, as well as Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement.

 

Texas Health Southwest has earned Magnet designation, a CMS 5-Star rating, recognition as a top hospital by U.S. News & World Report, and multiple STEMI/NSTEMI care awards.

 

 

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

 

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

 

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org

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