What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Specialist position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview:
Assumes responsibility for the cleaning, inspection, testing, assembly and wrapping of all patient care instruments and equipment. Restocks surgical carts. Works in OR specialties. Serves as a preceptor for new employees. Participates in in-service program. Pick-up and delivery of patient care equipment and instruments.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High School Diploma Required.
- One to two years Central Service/SPD experience.
- Completion of a Central Service Course required within (3) years of employment.
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- National/International CS/SPD Certification required within five years of employment.
- Must maintain Certification through Departmental In-service and Educational Programs.
- Must obtain recertification every year/5years in accordance with Certifying Agency and New Jersey State Regulations.
Scheduling Requirements:
- Nights
- FT
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.