SENIOR CENTRAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN

Senior Central Service Technician

The Senior Central Service Technician performs all duties to include providing sterile instrumentation and trays to the Department of Surgery and other hospital departments. The position will work under the direction of the Sterile Processing Manager to assist with the coordination and implementation of surgical instrument processing and work flow. The position will also work with the medical and nursing staff to assure the operating room has the necessary instrumentation so that the surgical cases operate efficiently and on time. Acts as the liaison when the manager/supervisor's is not available to make the appropriate decisions for the good of the department. Shift: 6am-2:30 pm

Essential Job Functions

• Decontaminates and inspects surgical instruments.
• Wears Protective Attire (PPE) - Standard Precautions
• Checks detergent level per shift
• Visually inspects instruments and trays to determine if pre-soaking is indicated
• Uses tongs or forceps to remove instruments from basins
• Inserts proper sized brush to clean channels of cannulated instrumentation
• Chooses proper decontamination equipment (i.e. washer decontaminator)
• Arranges instruments trays, and basins to facilitate proper cleaning
• Selects proper cycle
• Cleans and decontaminates reusable patient equipment
• Cleans all surfaces with approved equipment
• Inspects electrical cords for graying or other safety hazards
• Ensures component parts are returned with equipment
• Removes any damaged equipment or equipment requiring safety checks from use
• Reassembles equipment and places in proper storage area
• Assembles instrument trays
• Visually examines instruments for remaining debris
• Visually examines instruments for functionality
• Arranges instruments to allow sterilant penetration
• Ensures instrument tray is complete
• Wraps instrument tray or places instruments in proper sterilization container
• Uses proper size and type of sterilization wrap
• Inserts chemical indicator/integrator in tray
• Performs proper wrapping and taping technique
• Records pertinent information on autoclavable tape/form
• Places paper filter properly in sterilization container
• Affixes load sticker to wrapped tray or container
• Operates sterilizers per department procedure
• Loads sterilizer rack in manner to allow sterilant penetration and moisture removal
• Records load contents on sterilizer card/form
• Places biological indicator in required sterilizer loads
• Selects proper cycle
• Examines sterilizer printout to ensure mechanical parameters of sterilization are met
• Signs full name to sterilizer printout
• Allows adequate time for proper cooling of sterilizer contents prior to removal from chamber
• Unloads sterilizer contents and places in proper storage area
• Performs biological monitoring and recordkeeping of sterilization cycles (steam, eto, sterrad)
• Interprets and logs biological results in a timely manner
• If applicable, records information on Implantable Load Form and returns form to Department of Surgery
• Maintains Inventory Control (linen, supplies)
• Assures adequate stock is maintained
• Places increase/decrease orders to linen room staff
• Stocks re-usable linen in appropriate location
• Places orders for stock and non-stock supplies
• Retrieves soiled/used equipment and instruments per established schedule (minimum 3 times daily)
• Conducts Steris System I E diagnostic test daily as appropriate.
• Tests unit in SPD
• Completes and maintains record
• Prepares loan/consign instruments.
• Receives/documents items.
• Inspects/decontaminated instruments.
• Assembles appropriate instrumentation.
• Sterilizes/delivers to OR for use.
• Delivers additional trays and supplies to O.R.
• Performs housekeeping functions - keeps area neat and organized
• Retrieves soiled carts/instruments following the procedures from the OR
• Uses proper etiquette when answering phones
• Cleans sterilizer chambers and carts on weekends
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
• One (1) to Three (3) years' experience in Surgical/or Central Service.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Must currently hold one of the following certifications: Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or International Association for HealthCare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM).
• Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system
• Act 81 Compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in sterile processing, surgical instruments and sterile technique. Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) through the International Association for Healthcare Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM) or Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

• Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

• Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment

• Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
• When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
• Extreme Heat - x
• Extreme Cold - x
• Heights - x
• Confined Spaces - x
• Extreme Noise(>85dB) - x
• Mechanical Hazards - x - x
• Use of Vibrating Tools - x - x
• Operates Vehicle (company) - x
• Operates Heavy Equipment - x
• Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices - x
• Rotates All Shifts - x - x
• 8 Hours Shifts - x - x
• 10-12 Hours Shifts - x
• On-Call - x
• Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) - x - x
• Travel Between Sites - x - x
• Direct Patient Care - x
• Respirator Protective Equipment - x
• Eye Protection - x - x