Job Posting
Central Sterile PRN
Performs duties involving the care, packaging, stocking, and cleaning/sterilization of items used in the hospital, clinics, and nursing center.
Desired Education, Certifications and/or Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
Responsibilities / Functional Job Description
General: Performance Expectations
1. Responsible - works independently, in a safe and appropriate manner. Demonstrates both problem-solving and problem-prevention skills.
2. Sensitive - displays sensitivity to the needs of patients and co-workers. Demonstrates good communications skills and empathy.
3. Timely - recognizes time as a customer's most valuable resource and responds promptly to patients' and co-workers' needs.
4. Accurate - works carefully and precisely, with attention to detail.
5. Coordinated - organizes and delivers service in the proper order. Displays good organization skills and utilizes resources wisely.
6. Thorough - meets all the requirements of his/her position. Is able to evaluate and follow up on his/her services.
General: Teamwork and Service Expectations
1. Display and encourage sensitivity to needs of patients, visitors, and co-workers.
2. Treat others with consideration, courtesy and respect.
3. Perform duties willingly and with initiative; shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
4. Remain composed and takes actions to restore calm in stressful situations.
5. Demonstrate judgment and tact when dealing with others.
6. Cooperate with other hospital departments and work groups.
7. Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and co-workers; take action to clarify information received from others.
Role Specific: Work role responsibilities
1. Wash, wrap, and sterilize all instruments for OB, OR, ER, Clinics, and Nursing Center.
2. Keep outdated instruments pulled from shelves in all nursing areas.
3. Report to Surgical Services Supervisor any abnormal reports of biological indicators.
4. Keep all instruments washed, sterilized, and ready for use.
5. Maintain logs for documentation of instruments sterilized for the Clinics and the Nursing Center (for charging purposes).
6. Maintain the quality workmanship of all instruments. Report those that need repair to the supervisor.
7. Keep current on the latest regulations regarding sterilization of instruments and attend continuing education classes for same.
8. Maintain an awareness of the proper functioning of report immediately to the supervisor any malfunctions.
9. Maintain stock of all items used in Central Sterile of disinfecting and sterilizing of all equipment.
10. Update list of items requested my Medical Providers and discuss with supervisor for future ordering.
11. Responsible for daily and weekly biological testing, reading results, and proper filing of records.
12. Responsible to do QC/QM for Central Sterile.
13. Need to know names of all instruments used at SLMC and where they are stored.
14. Change graph paper daily before use of the autoclave. Record date and operator changing graph.
15. Be familiar with all Central Sterile policies and procedures.
16. Change graph paper daily before use of the autoclave. Record date and operator changing graph.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1. Knowledge in general clinical services.
2. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
4. Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
6. Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Equal Employment Opportunity
South Lincoln Medical Center will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
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Additional Information
Position Type : Pool/PRN/Per Diem
Contact Information
Nicole Micheli-Cowley - HR Business Partner
HR
Email: ncowley@slhd.org
Phone: 3078008683 |
