Sterile Processing Tech II

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627) Shift Detail: Rotating Weekends and Holidays Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. Position Summary Responsible for de-contamination, processing, assembling and sterilizing instruments and equipment. Responsible for the disinfection and restocking of Isolation, Emergency Carts and other patient care equipment. Works within the guidelines for infection control, JCAHO, OSHA and AAMI to assure sterility of supplies, to provide and maintain necessary levels. Provides leadership and expertise to staff members in the absence of Management. Communicate efficiently with staff. Reports to Sterile Processing Manager. Competencies On an on-going basis the incumbent must obtain the mandatory number of continued educational units (CEUs') needed to maintain the currency of certification. Requires advanced and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of sterile processing principles. Requires good problem-solving techniques. Personal computer skill and experience is desirable but not required. Must be able to read, write and speak clearly using the English language. Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. Certification in Sterile Processing through a nationally accredited central service organization such as the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare & Sterile Processing Association (IAHCSMM) is required. (CRCST or CBSPD accepted.) Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, maintain a driving record free of any violations and pass a safe driving educational program upon hire and annually thereafter in order to participate in the Fleet Vehicle Program. Experience Minimum 2 years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician I. We take great care of careers With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hartford HealthCare