What are the responsibilities and job description for the Central Sterile Technologist-(certification preferred) position at Cabell Huntington Hospital/St. Mary?
JOB SUMMARY:
Cleans, processes and sterilizes reusable equipment and supplies for use in patient care areas of the hospital.
- Cleans and processes instruments for sterile use.
- Operates equipment such as sterilizers and distillery.
- Maintains work areas in a manner according to hospital policies and
procedures.
- Attends inservice education programs as directed.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Complies with Corporate Policies, Departmental Policies and
Procedures and Personnel Employee Handbook.
- Must be able to cross-train to other units as designated.
- Demonstrates excellence in customer service skills.
- Fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.
- Participates in quality improvement activities including serving on
quality improvement teams.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:
High school diploma. Sterile Processing Certified Tech. preferred. Reading and writing skills essential.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Previous hospital experience preferred.