Central Sterile Tech Certified - PRN

Company: Haywood Regional Medical Center
Location: Clyde
Posted on: November 19, 2023

Job Description:

Haywood Regional Medical Center -Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Haywood Regional Medical Center is licensed for 154 beds and offers a comprehensive array of services and 11 multi-specialty physician clinics. We also offer a 54,000 square foot Health and Fitness Center including personal training, indoor pool, massage therapy, and nursery. Where We Are:Clyde is centrally located to all that Western North Carolina has to offer. With our classic Southern charm, we offer a relaxing getaway lifestyle with impressive views of the Smokies and classic Appalachian culture. We are also just a short drive away Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. - Why Choose Us: - - - - - - - - - Nursing Ladder Program to build skills and earn bonuses - - - - - - - - - Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees - - - - - - - - - Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees - - - - - - - - - Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance - - - - - - - - - Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - - - - - - - - - Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare - - - - - - - - - And much more---Position Summary:

• Provides inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.
• Operates departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.
• Provides customer service to all departments with a focus on the patient need.
• Processes and documents all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Monitors and performs antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.EEOC Statement:Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
  Minimum Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent required.Minimum Work Experience
  Must successfully complete an extensive orientation within the first six (6) months of employment or have attended an approved Sterile Processing Technician Program.Required Skills
  Certifications:
  AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 6 months of hire and maintain thereafter.
  CBSPD certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician within 18 months of hire and maintain thereafter.Required Skills
  Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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