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Central Processing Technician / SEIU - D - Weekend Nights - AGH (Pittsburgh)

Highmark HealthPittsburgh, PA, United States

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Allegheny Health Network

This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus based on eligibility and experience.

0-1 year experience : $5,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment

1-2 years' experience as sterile processor with a certification : $7,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment

2+ years' experience as sterile processor with a certification : $10,000 sign on bonus, 2-year commitment

General Overview

Receives, reprocesses, distributes and stores patient care equipment and instrumentation

Essential Responsibilities

Transports soiled equipment and performs decontamination and disinfection functions utilizing automated equipment and manual cleaning. (30%)
Appropriately operates sterilizers in a manner consistent with regulatory requirements and manufacturer's recommendations. (30%)
Inspects, audits, and assembles surgical instrument sets and medical devices utilized in the Operating Room and other patient care areas of the hospital. Assembles surgical case carts accurately and efficiently. (30%)
Processes requests for patient care equipment received via computerized system and by telephone. (5%)
May contact outside vendors for delivery of rental patient care equipment. (5%)
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum

High School diploma or equivalent required

For Central Service Technician (CST) hired after 12 / 29 / 2020 Employees who practice central sterile by the health care facility on or before December 29, 2020 are exempt from certification requirements :

Pass a nationally accredited central service exam within 18 months from hire date

Maintain one of the following : Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) OR Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)

Preferred

Sterile processing or six months experience in a hospital setting preferred.

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Processing Technician • Pittsburgh, PA, United States