Sterile Processing Technician - $16-27 per hour
Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: Grapeland
Posted on: January 23, 2023
Job Description:
Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing
Technician for a job in Houston, Texas. Job Description &
Requirements
- Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Permanent At Memorial Hermann, we're about
creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our
employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse
employee population that develop and grow careers in a
team-oriented environment focused on patient care.Every employee,
at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning
about the history of the organization and its established culture
built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and
we want you to be a part of it.Job SummaryPosition responsible for
the preparation and packaging of surgical instruments/equipment for
sterilization utilizing principles of Standard Precautions and
utilizing Principles of Event Related Sterility.Job
DescriptionMinimum QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or
GEDLicenses/ Certifications:
- Certified by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and
Distribution (CBSPD) or International Association of Healthcare
Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) required
- Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) or Surgical Instrument
Specialist Certification (CSIS) preferredExperience / Knowledge /
Skills:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience involving sterilization
of instruments, equipment and supplies
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English
language
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
- Ability to lift and/or maneuver supplies and equipment in
conjunction with others in order to perform job functions
- Demonstrated ability to perform basic computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to think critically and apply
problem-solving skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Be able to work in a team environment
- Ability to maintain composure and professional demeanor during
tense or stressful situations
- Sets an example for others and exhibits highly reliable
customer service oriented attitude through innovation,
accountability, collaboration and compassion
- Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by
integrating our culture in all internal and external customer
interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health"
through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration,
compassion and results while ensuring One Memorial
Hermann.Principal Accountabilities
- May function as lead technician/charge person on the shift as
needed.
- Advanced knowledge of the Sterile Processing department rules,
procedures and processes.
- Accurately handles and cares for instruments/equipment
appropriately, including appropriate selection of cleaning agents,
lubricants, examination for function, identification and assembly
according to count sheet and preparation for sterilization.
- Identifies, documents, and reports equipment and tools in need
of repair and ensures maintenance is completed.
- Organizes, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes instruments,
equipment and supplies according to hospital/medical facility
standards of sterilization.
- Correctly peel-pack supplies/instruments, wraps instruments for
sterilization, and inspects each instrument for use, function,
completeness, and cleanliness.
- Loads, monitors, operates and maintain different types of
cleaning and sterilization equipment and machinery accurately and
safely.
- Maintains records of all equipment and supplies, ordering of
supplies as needed, and monitoring quality control and infection
control standards.
- Communicate delays, supply, instrumentation and equipment
problems, substitutions involving Operating Room and other
areas.
- Increases knowledge base by accepting more complex assignments
regularly.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to
all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within
budgetary specifications including time management, supply
management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by
meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills
competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the
success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and
resource to less experienced staff.
- Other duties as assigned.Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID
. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week
(subject to confirmation). Posted job title: Sterile Processing
Tech (Days) About Memorial Hermann Health System Company
Overview:Charting a better future. A future that's built upon the
HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial
Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many
diverse populations we serve. Our 6,100 affiliated physicians and
29,000 employees practice the highest standards of safe,
evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and
outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery
sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in
Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and
nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17 hospitals
and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located
throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical
Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and
serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School
at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best
interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million
annually through school-based health centers and other community
benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of
our community will be at the center of what we do - charting a
better future for all.
Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and
has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including
Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann
Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation
Hospital-Katy.
Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit,
values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving
health.
Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations
to come.
Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to
being the best healthcare provider, employer and
partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's
lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility:
We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize
safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act
bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes
for patients, consumers, partners and the community. Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- 403b retirement plan
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- School loan reimbursement
Keywords: Memorial Hermann Health System, Tyler , Sterile Processing Technician - $16-27 per hour, Professions , Grapeland, Texas
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