SPD Certified Instrument Technician

SPD Certified Instrument Technician

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Job Summary:

Assists with maintaining an efficient technical operation in the GI lab with the goal of optimal patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy and bronchoscopy. Demonstrates appropriate clinical practice and promotes patient advocacy. An individual trained to perform a variety of service-oriented functions; providing support for ACU and PACU Departments. Supports patient care through inventory management, quality control testing, equipment and room readiness, patient transport, and secretarial duties for unit. Assist directly in providing patient care as trained/competent (e.g. endo room assistance, patient monitoring, patient care to include vital signs, ambulation, personal care) and other tasks deemed appropriate.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Position requires two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience and/or surgical experience.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) or (CRCST) Certified Registered Central Service Technician).
• Language Skills: Effective communication and ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements: Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including email, basic internet use, entry and retrieval of information). Ability to follow detailed instructions, organizes complicated technical assignments, work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality. Requires the ability to recognize problem situations and refer them to the appropriate staff member.

Preferred Requirements:

• Education: Associate's Degree.
• Experience: More than (2) years of Sterile Processing experience and/or surgical experience.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) or (CRCST) Certified Registered Central Service Technician).
• International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IASCHM)

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Regular Standard Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Full-time (40 hours)

Shift Details: Monday through Friday, 7am to 3:30pm with all shift coverage on-call for weeknights, holidays, and weekends.