Job Description
Job Overview:
Under general supervision, this position decontaminates, cleans, prepares, retrieves, and assists with sterilization of surgical items and equipment. As well as stores, issues, and distributes medical/surgical supplies in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Must have the knowledge and ability to use specific mechanical equipment, such as, sonic cleaners washer sterilizers, steam sterilizers, EtO sterilizers, Sterrad, and Steris and other specialized equipment. Must have basic knowledge of regulatory agency requirements and adhere to guidelines
Job Requirements:
High School Degree or GED
Able to read, write, speak English and perform simple math operations.
Ability to provide leadership and to oversee the work of technicians
Operate hazardous equipment
Knowledge of microbiology, infection control, Computerized record keeping
Up to 1 year experience
Job Responsibilities:
Use proper sterilization method for items being processed, complete sterilization records according to policy and process proper biologicals -according to policy- support sterilization method used.
Performs proper storage of supplies. Checks items for outdates. Ensures proper rotation of stock. Put instrument trays, sets, and peel packs in their proper location. Maintain proper storage according to standards.
Inspects, assembles, wraps and properly labels instrument sets, trays and other items for processing according to policy. Assembles trays according to information provided
Fills case carts to an acceptable and accurate level according to set standards and information provided. Fills stat case carts within 15 minutes of request
Conducts decontamination and breakdown of patient equipment, instruments sets and case carts according to set procedure standards and information provided
Other Job-Related Information:
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently
Lifting 50 Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Frequently
Pulling - Frequently
Pushing - Frequently
Reaching - Frequently
Reading - Frequently
Sitting - Occasionally
Standing - Consistently
Stooping - Frequently
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS...
•Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
•Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
•Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
•Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
•Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
•Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
•Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
•Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
•Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
•Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
•Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
•Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
•Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
•Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
About Us
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!
About the Team
Nurses are at the heart of patient care, and we are proud to have such amazing nurses here at TriHealth. As the region's leading health system, we are focused on consistency in the patient experience and standardizing nursing care across the system with proven best practices. We aim to continue leading research supporting the evolution of nursing care, especially as TriHealth works to adapt the population health model system-wide.
In order to lead these changes, TriHealth must invest in our nurses, which is why we provide multiple opportunities for nurses to achieve their professional development goals through tuition reimbursement programs, specialty certifications and several other continuing education opportunities. Our registered nurses support TriHealth in many different aspects of nursing, including patient care, care coordination, education and management.
If you're interested in joining our world-class nursing team, you can see all current nursing opportunities here on TriHealth.com.
I am honored to lead our TriHealth nursing team, and welcome you to join us!