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Bronson Healthcare lists this C S Technician - Sterile Processing - Full-Time/PRN - Bronson Methodist Hospital opportunity in kalamazoo, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join Our Sterilization and Reprocessing Team at Bronson Methodist Hospital!Are you ready to advance your career in a supportive, patient-focused environment? Bronson Methodist Hospital, is looking for compassionate and dedicated C S Techs to join our team.Why Choose Bronson?We offer competitive benefits and incentives, including:Day 1 health benefits – no waiting period! Competitive pay with opportunities for growth and advancement Generous PTO accrual to support work-life balance 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching Tuition reimbursement to further your education Wellness benefits to support your overall health Sign-On Bonuses Available!We are excited to offer competitive sign-on bonuses for C S Techs:Up to $3,000 for C S Techs with less than 1 year of experienceUp to $20,000 for experienced C S TechPlease note: Bonus amounts may vary based on experience, shift, and approved hours.The Central Service Technician I is responsible for all aspects of decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storing and dispensing of surgical instrumentation. The Central Service Reprocessing Tech will obtain a working knowledge of infection control and how it pertains to surgical instrumentation and equipment and learn the various instruments/sets. The C S Technician I will need to become familiar with medical terminology and basic anatomy. This position will also be responsible to identify disposable items needed in surgical cases so they can be pulled when required for case carts or as requested. This position reports to the manager and works cooperatively with all levels of staff in surgery. Must be able to practice within the guidelines of the Reprocessing Department policies and procedures. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Successful completion of organization, unit, and job-specific competencies within a 90-day orientation period. Orientation may be extended for an additional 30 days upon manager discretionAbility to read and interpret documents including surgical schedules, sterilizer printouts, instructions for use (IFU's), policies, procedures, and other forms of written communicationAbility to communicate effectively and professionally when interacting with others in person or via the telephone or intercom systemAbility to accurately perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals, and fractionsAbility to utilize computer programs including, email, instrument-tracking programs, computer-based learning applications, and internet searchesAbility to learn and retain knowledge of surgical instrumentation, medical terminology, human anatomy, sterilization practices, basic microbiology, and aseptic techniqueAbility to learn and apply the technical aspects of the position which requires excellent hand-eye coordination, color differentiation, routine lifting of up to 30 pounds and occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving of bulky or awkward items or items weighing up to 50 pounds, good hearing comprehension, manual dexterity and the ability to operate various forms of cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly, inspection, or sterilization equipmentAbility to rotate to all areas of a Sterile Processing/Central Services DepartmentAbility to simultaneously manage stressful situations and multiple job tasks calmly and professionallyAbility to provide consistent, excellent, customer service to stakeholdersAbility to manage confidential and sensitive information including knowledge of HIPAA and other appropriate regulations and lawsKnowledge of surgical instrumentation, medical terminology, human anatomy, aseptic technique, microbiology and infection control practices, disinfection and sterilization practices is preferredCompletion of a Central Services Technology Program or six months experience in a Sterile Processing/Central Services environment is preferredThis position involves work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of technical duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines. Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time.Demonstrate the ability to receive, handle, and process contaminated, reusable medical instrumentation and equipment as requiredDemonstrate the ability to accurately inspect, test, and prepare basic surgical instrumentation for sterilizationDemonstrate the ability to use various sterilization methods and the safety processes for each of theseDemonstrate the ability to properly store and distribute sterile instrumentation, supplies, equipment, case carts, exchange carts, and other itemsDemonstrate the ability to conduct an accurate inventory and restock areas as requiredDemonstrate the ability to receive materials, instruments, and tissue according to established protocolsMonitor dated materials to ensure expired items are removed from inventory and appropriately creditedDemonstrate the ability to utilize computer systems to complete work responsibilitiesMaintain a clean and organized work environmentEnsure patient safety and comfort at all timesAccurately document work tasks and other related activities including continuing education credits as requiredParticipate in continuing education, staff meetings, and in-service educational offerings as related to the requirements of the position and to remain compliant with hospital, Joint Commission, and other regulatory or accrediting agenciesAssume responsibility for personal and professional growth and developmentOther related duties as required
Worksite address
kalamazoo, MI, 49007, US
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