What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Specialist - 2nd Shift position at CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.?
At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Come and play a crucial, behind the scenes role that protects patients, supports surgical excellence, and keeps our hospital running at its best! As a Sterile Processing Specialist you will prepare, inspect, assemble and sterilizes surgical instruments/equipment according to hospital and departmental procedures. Provide a continuous flow of sterile supplies, equipment and instrumentation to all areas of Children's. This position requires: High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required. Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required. One year experience as a Sterile Processing Tech preferred. Current Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) preferred with certification to be obtained no later than 18 months after hire. Analytical ability to learn and differentiate different types of instruments, supplies and equipment. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact with physicians, nursing staff and patients/families. Ability to stand and maneuver equipment for extended periods of time. Knowledge of complex instrumentation preferred. Basic knowledge and skill of computer use. Hours: Second shift hours 3pm-11:30pm This position also participates in a rotating weekend and Holiday. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: one of the following: - N/A, CRCST-Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), CSPDT-Sterile Process Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine. Please let us know a little about yourself so we can connect on future openings!
