Overview
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare. As a Valleywise Health Central Sterile Tech, you will be vital to the patient care process. Central Sterile is the heartbeat of the hospital. This role focuses heavily on infection prevention and materials management in relation to medical instrumentation and equipment. As a department, we are guided in an innovative direction that focuses on best practice standards and a positive culture that meets the missions, vision, and values of Valleywise Health. As a Central Sterile Tech, you will grow your competence in a wide range of services, including Ortho, Neuro, Burn, Flexible Scopes, etc. This position primarily focuses on five areas on a rotational basis : Prep and Pack, Decontamination, Sterilization, Storage, and Flexible Scopes.
Apply now to make a positive impact on your community!
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 100% Pension Retirement Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Sick and Extended Illness Bank
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- And much more!
Compensation
Hourly Pay Rate : $20.52 - $30.27
Qualifications
Education : Requires a high school diploma / GED, a national certification through HSPA or CBSPD, or the completion of an accredited Central Sterile Processing program.Graduate of a Central Sterile Technician program is preferred.Experience
Must have at least one of the following :A minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible Central Sterile experience that demonstrates a strong understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Must have graduated from a Central Sterile Technician program.Must have completed a training program by Valleywise Health's Central Sterile department and have certification as a Central Sterile Technician.Certification / Licensure
The Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician / CBSPD certification exam is required to be taken within 12 months of employment in the position. Understanding that the results may take anywhere from 90 to 120 days to receive.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have a working knowledge of steam sterilizers, washer decontaminators, cart washers, and patient care equipment.Must have general knowledge of basic and specialty surgical instruments, implants, patient-related supplies, materials and equipment, aseptic and sterilization techniques.Must have mechanical aptitude with the ability to break down moving parts, clean, lubricate and reassemble, problem-solve incomplete trays and missing instrumentation, and have effective organizational, communication and human relations skills.Requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to work with professionals, and maintain confidentiality standards.Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.J-18808-Ljbffr