• Cent Sterile Supply Tech

    LifePoint Health (Lawrenceburg, TN)


    05109 Central Sterile Supply Tech STRHS-Lawrenceburg Job Description

    Job Summary

    Collects, decontaminates, stores and distributes all reusable supplies and patient care equipment in the hospital.

     

    Reports to: Director of Surgical Services

     

    FLSA: Non-exempt

    Essential Functions

    Provides inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.

     

    Operates departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.

     

    Provides customer service to all departments with a focus on the patient need.

     

    Processes and documents all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.

     

    Monitors and performs antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.

    Nonessential Functions

    Perform other duties as assigned.• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service, projects and committees as assigned.• Adheres to and supports policies and procedures of the STRHS.• Works scheduled shifts including overtime, when necessary.• Accepts all call schedule as directed.• Maintains a neat and professional appearance in compliance to the existing dress code.

    Organizational Expectations

    • Compliance to the STRH - Lawrenceburg Standards of Performance is required.• Compliance to Dress Code Standards• Should this job description be filled by a PRN employee, they will be subject to the requirements of that position.

    Job Requirements

    Minimum EducationX High school diploma or equivalent X Required

    X Graduate of a Program in Discipline X Preferred

     

    Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

    Certifications:□ Basic Life Support □ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) □ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) □ Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) □ Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) □Other__________________________ □Other_________________________

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    **Organization:** **Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg*

    **Title:** *Cent Sterile Supply Tech*

    **Location:** *Tennessee-Lawrenceburg*

    **Requisition ID:** *7425-3558*