Sterile Processing SpecialistReq #:0000175902

Category:Sterile Processing

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Clara Maass Medical Center

Department:Central Sterile Supply

Location:

Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title:Sterile Processing Specialist

Location:Clara Maass Medical Center

Req#:0000175902

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Department name: Central Sterile Supply

Job Overview:

Assumes responsibility for cleaning, inspection, testing, assembling, wrapping and sterilizing of all patient care instruments. Maintains records as required by regulations and departmental policy, supplies CMMC with both sterile and non-sterile products, picks up and delivers instruments and devices being reprocessed from all patient units, OPD clinics, L&D, OR and SDS.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous hospital Sterile Processing experience required.

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• Sterile Processing certification is required upon hire

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Essential Functions:

• Assists in maintaining all areas within Sterile Processing in a safe and clean manner.

• Understands the cleaning products and procedures used in SPD and is able to choose the appropriate cleaning method for each item.

• Refers to and complies with all manufacturers written instructions for cleaning, assembly and sterilization

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic concepts of Infection Control, and can adapt this knowledge to Sterile Processing procedures.

• Understands the basic concepts of steam and low temperature gas plasma sterilization and safety precautions necessary in the operation of the steam and gas plasma sterilizers.

• Understands sufficient medical terminology to discuss supplies needed for medical and nursing personnel.

• Operates and maintains all mechanical equipment including sterilizers, washers, sonic cleaners, etc. within SPD. Complies with all safety precautions. Reports malfunctions of equipment.

• Replenishes supplies to sterile storage. Examines and rotates sterile supplies and trays for maximum utilization.

• Handles telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality. Stat request are handled appropriately.

• Identifies, assembles, packages, wraps and sterilizes all reusable instruments and technique trays with 99% accuracy.

• Maintains surgical instruments in good working condition and make sure all instruments are inspected and tested; documentation of the testing per policy.

• Facilitates prioritization of needs for the OR and SDS; ensures all devices/instruments processed in timely manner.

• Documents all cleaning, sterilization and high level disinfection processed. Performs quality assurance testing per policy and documents same.

• Inspect, sort, assemble, processes and maintains surgical instruments for OR, SDS OR, Labor and Delivery, Emergency Department, Outpatient Clinics, Radiology, patient care departments.

• Picks up carts with used instruments for reprocessing; delivers sterilized instruments, linens and devices to OR, SDS and other units as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer