Technician, SPD Certified- Sterile Processing, Per Diem Varied Shifts, Vineland

MAJOR FUNCTION:

To clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble and sterilize instruments for Surgical Services and other departments. To clean, assemble, inspect and distribute patient care equipment. To perform other duties to facilitate departmental operations. Demonstrates superior technical skills and knowledge of all Sterile Processing functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a Sterile Processing Technician Training Program, including 400 hours of hands-on experience in an SPD setting, is required.

Certification/ Licensure:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required within two years of hire.
• CIS – Certified Instrument Specialist preferred.
• CER – Certified Endoscope Reprocessor preferred

Knowledge & Skills:

• SPD technicians should demonstrate competency in:
• Cleaning and disinfecting surgical instruments
• Assembling and packaging instrument trays
• Operating sterilization equipment (autoclaves, HLD systems)
• Adhering to regulatory standards, including AAMI, CDC, OSHA, DNV, and AORN
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Physical Requirements: 
N: Never       O: Occasionally (80%)Lifting  CStanding  CSitting   OLifting 20-50lbs  CClimbing  FKneeling   OLifting>50lbs  NCrouching  OReaching   FCarrying  CHearing  CWalking   CPushing  CTalking  CVision   C Environmental Conditions:Noise  CVaried Temperatures  CCleaning Agents   CNoxious odors  CPatient Exposure  COperative Equipment   C

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