Sterile Proc Technician

Northern Light A.R. Gould

Department: Sterile Processing

Position is located: Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: No Hours Assigned

Summary :

The Central Sterile Processing (CSP) Technician is responsible for properly disinfecting, decontaminating, cleaning, processing, assembling, storing and distribution of sterile and non-sterile medical devices utilized in patient care. These support services are provided to all patient care areas throughout the health care facilities.

Responsibilities:

1. To decontaminate items brought to CSP from various departments of AR Gould and other off site patient care locations. 2. To place instruments into proper sets and wrap following set policy and procedure. 3. Sterilize items in appropriate manner following policy and procedure. 4. Package cooled items for transport to off site locations. 5. Transport of sterile items to the Operating Room (OR) 6. Transport of soiled items to CSP from the OR 7. Proper use of chemicals used in disinfecting various types of equipment in CSP. 8. Maintaining a clean work environment by daily cleaning of all surfaces. 9. Rotate evening, holiday and weekend on-call hours with other CSP staff. 10. Able to properly use the System One sterilizer in the GI Lab / DSU area 11. Properly checks all flexible scopes for leaks before cleaning. 12. Cleaning of all GI scopes following proper procedure. 13. Assist DSU staff as necessary with drying of flexible scopes. 14. Turn around OR instruments needed for next case. 15. Knowing proper use of all CSP equipment. 16. Proper replenishing of emergency crash carts used on patient care units.

Other Information :

Competencies and Skills

• Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed.
• Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
• Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.
• Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues.
• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
• Potential exposure to noxious odors.
• Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
• Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Prolonged periods of walking.
• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.

ARG, Presque Isle, Aroostook County, Maine, TAMC, Northern Maine, Rural Health Care