Central Processing Tech I

Corewell Health is offering up to $3,000 as a sign-on bonus for this opportunity!

About the Facility

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best hospitals in the nation, Grosse Pointe Hospital is a Magnet-designated facility providing exceptional nursing and advanced care services for patients. This facility is home to The James and Patricia Anderson Surgical Center, a leading-edge hybrid surgical unit offering advanced technologies for a wide variety of procedures. It is also home to the Cotton Family Birth Center, which has received the Baby-Friendly designation by Baby-Friendly USA.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, disinfect, assemble, process, and distribute patient care instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards.
• Act as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the healthcare team related to processing equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Store, rotate, and ensure all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled.

Instrument Processing & Sterilization

• Clean and inspect soiled instruments using proper PPE.
• Test equipment with tools like insulation and leak testers to ensure sterilization.
• Assemble instruments per established standards and IFUs (Instructions for Use).

Quality & Accuracy

• Strive for zero defects through thorough inspections.
• Maintain a low error rate and high productivity.

Team Support & Communication

• Serve as a role model and resource for peers.
• Respond to phone requests and departmental issues professionally.

Workflow & Prioritization

• Prioritize processing based on surgical schedules and physician needs.
• Handle vendor trays and complex instrumentation efficiently.

Technical Proficiency

• Differentiate instrument functionality and specialties.
• Monitor sterilization equipment and submit repair requests as needed.
• Expertly assemble high-complexity trays like implants and ambulatory kits.

Customer Service

• Ensure timely, professional handling of all customer area requests.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required).
• Successful completion of a sterile processing program (internal or external) (Required).
• Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – CBSPD within 1 year (Required).
• Or Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) – IAHCSMM within 1 year (Required).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

Schedule

• Full-time, day shift.
• 40 hours per week.
• Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Days worked: Monday to Friday.
• Weekend frequency: Variable weekends.

Primary Location: Grosse Pointe Hospital, 468 Cadieux Rd, Grosse Pointe, Sterile Processing Department.