Job SummaryResponsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing and distributing patient care instruments, equipment and supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures and Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards. Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Stores, rotates and ensures all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled. Essential Functions
Cleans soiled instruments and equipment utilizing the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Inspects and tests instruments and equipment to ensure proper functioning. Utilizes the insulation tester, leak tester (flex scopes) and other mechanical/digital validation tools to ensures that proper sterilization occurs.
Strive for zero defects.
Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies. May provide mentoring and work direction to other Sterile Processing staff.
Ensures proper processing of equipment, instruments and supplies, including any vendor trays by prioritizing the work load to correspond with medical/surgical floor needs, surgical case loads and physician requirements.
Accurately differentiates between instruments functionality and its specialty. Monitors performance of sterilizers, sonic, utensil washers and other equipment and fills out repair requisitions as necessary.
In the absence of team leader and/or supervisor, may be responsible for functioning in a lead role.
Participates in quality monitoring activities and utilizes problem-solving techniques with the aid of Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards and established standard of work.
Ensures all customer area requests are handled in an efficient, timely, and professional manner. Demonstrates proficiency in assembling highest complexity trays such as implant trays and ambulatory clinic tray turn-around process. May be called upon to perform duties as a quality tech or implant specialist. Answer, interpret and fill phone requests and other issues according to departmental standards. Established experience in precepting and competency validation. Exceptionally low error rate and high productivity rate.
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years of relevant experience sterile processing technician experience or related sterile processing Required
CRT-Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) - CBSPD Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution Upon Hire required Or
CRT-Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) - IAHCSMM International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management Upon Hire required And
CRT-At least one License and/or Certification in area of specialty - UNKNOWN Unknown Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) 1 1/2 Yrs required
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
Sitting: Seldom
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Color Vision (Ishihara) Test [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary LocationSITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St JosephDepartment NameSterile Processing - St JosephEmployment TypeFull timeShiftNight (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours40Hours of Work11:00 p.m to 7:30a.m.Days WorkedMonday through FridayWeekend FrequencyVariable weekendsCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.