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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

_Sr. Sterile Processing Tech - Mary Immaculate Hospital_

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Senior Sterile Processing Technician, under minimum supervision, oversees the work of subordinate personnel within an assigned section and shifts. They will clean, disinfect, sterilize, assemble, and dispenses instruments and supplies. The Senior Technician will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice.

Licensing/Certification

One of the following is required:

+ Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required)

For RSFH two certifications are required. Additional certifications could be Certified Instruction Specialist (CIS), Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS), or Certified Endoscope Specialist (CER or CFER) if working in facility providing this procedure.

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Work Experience

3 years' experience (required) 5 years' experience preferred.

Training

EPIC (preferred)

Essential Job Functions

+ Assist in training and orientation of new personnel in departmental policies and procedures (e.g., aseptic techniques, instrument identification, tray assembly, rotation of supplies, processing, sterilizing, Steam and Ethylene oxide sterilization (EtO), and delivery of sterile items).

+ Develops monthly reports, annual goals and objectives, phone inquiries, control inventory, accurate recordkeeping, attendance at special meetings, trainings as necessary, and assists with timekeeping.

+ Maintains and establishes quality assurance programs by performing tests to insure proper operation of all sterilization equipment and keeps accurate records. Interprets graphs and data verifying safe operation of sterilizing equipment. Notifies Supervisor when equipment is in need of repair.

+ Supervises and maintains work area in clean and orderly condition. Makes rounds and inspect supplies and equipment within the facility. Continually monitors and maintains safety standards to assure compliance with federal, state, local and department codes and regulations.

+ Keeps current regarding trends and techniques through reading, in-services, and other educational programs in the Central Sterile Processing field.

+ Adheres to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to designated Manager (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.

+ Coordinates a timely, orderly flow of work in each area.

+ Orders, receives, stocks, rotates and dispenses medical supplies and equipment to all areas of the facility.

+ May be required to act as a Sterile Processing Technician Certified include working as a technician.

+ Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]