Central Sterile Technician
Clinton, MD 
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General Summary of Position
Responsible to prepare, distribute and control sterile/non-sterile supplies, equipment and instrumentation. Must be self-directed and capable to carry out assignments with limited supervision, and will accept responsibility to assist in on-the-job training of new team members. Assists the patient care team to provide and maintain customer service focus essential for smooth operations.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintains proficiency in the decontamination, racking, wrapping and sterilization of instruments
  • Maintains instruments and equipment through use of proper cleaning and sterilization techniques
  • Handles instruments and equipment correctly to ensure safety and usability
  • Conducts biological monitoring of sterilizer and records results
  • Wears appropriate scrub attire, cover coat, hair coverings and masks in designated areas
  • Remains alert to instrument and equipment safety hazards to prevent malfunction during use.
  • Inspects instruments prior to tray assembly.
  • Removes dull or malfunctioning instrument(s) from service and replaces them, as necessary
  • Accurately and promptly documents unusual occurrences noted during biological monitoring or sterilizer runs
  • Maintains authorized traffic patterns in Central Supply.
  • Assists in inventory, care and distribution of supplies.
  • Maintains par levels in quantities sufficient to ensure availability
  • Assists in storing and stocking supplies.
  • Is aware of where supplies are housed and is able to retrieve them quickly and efficiently upon request
  • Reports problems and potential solutions regarding patients, visitors and team members to the Assistant Director, Central Sterile Processing.
  • Responds appropriately in urgent and emergent situations.
  • Prioritizes and completes assignments within scheduled hours of work to meet departmental needs
  • Serves on committees, task forces, process action teams, public relations activities, or work groups on a voluntary and appointment basis at the division and/or hospital level.
  • Acts as a preceptor for new team members.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


    • Minimum Qualifications
    Education

    • High School Diploma or GED required

    Experience

    • 1-2 years Working experience as Central Sterile Technician I required

    Licenses and Certifications

    • CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician Current certification as a Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) required

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
    • Ability to read, write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
    • Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission, values and commitment to compliance with all federal, state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
    • Exhibits professionalism, courtesy and excellent customer service, while interacting with patients, guests and co-workers.
    • Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
    • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
    • Develops and promotes a commitment to service excellence within the work area by communicating with team members in a courteous and respectful manner and by demonstrating the ability to work in an environment of cooperation and collaboration.
    • Ability to demonstrate compliance with patient safety and risk management protocols.
    • Ability to demonstrate self-directed learning initiatives and seeks ways to maintain current competency and respond to new clinical opportunities.
    • Ensures that the environment of care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines
    • Ability to comply with Joint Commission and OSHA standards
    • Ability to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts.
    • Ability to follow directions.
    • Ability to respond to emergency situations appropriately.
    • Ability to organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities.


    Why MedStar Health?
    At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

    • Strong emphasis on teamwork-our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
    • Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity-we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
    • Comprehensive total rewards package-including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
    • More career opportunities closer to home-as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

    About MedStar Health
    MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

    MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.

     

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    Job Summary
    Company
    MedStar Health
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Part Time
    Required Education
    High School or Equivalent
    Required Experience
    1 to 2 years
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