What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Specialist II position at Greater Baltimore Medical Center?
Under direct supervision, is responsible for the daily shift to shift activities of the Sterile Processing Department.
Education
High School; AA Degree preferred
Experience
Three years of related work experience. Five years' previous experience as a Central sterile processing technician.
Skills
Organizational and leadership skills in order to coordinate and prioritize work of CSPTechs. Analytical skills to resolve operational problems/issues and to assist in developing policies, procedures and budgets. Computer and application software skills. Have professional and effective communication skills. Proficient in Excel, Word and EMR systemsLicensures, Certifications
Certification in Central Sterile Technician (CRCST), Required. Certified in Instrumentation Specialty (CIS), required within one year of hire. Certified in Healthcare Leader (CHL), preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for up to sixty (60%) percent of work time and to lift heavy instruments and supplies weighing up to forty (40) pounds for up to twenty (20%) percent of work time. Annual eye exam required.Working Conditions
Works in areas with considerable noise from sterilizers and other equipment eighty (80%) percent of work time. Exposed to water, detergents, and disinfectants up to fifty (50%) percent of wok time. Exposed to potential health hazards and physical hazards from contaminated instruments, sterilizing solutions, and high pressure steam for up to eighty (80%) percent of work time. Employment Type: Full Time Shift: Evening 8 Hour Shifts (3 pm - 11:30 pm) Hours: 40