Central Sterile Reprocessing (CSR) Tech - Central Sterile Reprocessing, Per diem

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, process, and sterilize supplies and equipment dispensed by the department, following infection control practices and guidelines.
• Follow manufacturer instructions for use for steam and low temperature sterilization.
• Follow manufacturer instructions for use for decontamination, disinfection of instruments, and flexible endoscopes according to department standards and industry guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical instrument kits.
• Demonstrate knowledge of how to properly inspect and assemble kits.
• Adhere to hospital policies for CSR and follow AAMI guidelines (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instruments).
• Perform equipment testing (Bowies and Biologicals) and report any abnormal results to the supervisor.
• Deliver sterile instruments and kits in a timely manner (within 48 hours) to other departments within the hospital.
• Maintain a clean work environment in accordance with regulator guidelines and hospital policy (damp dusting horizontal surfaces, end‑of‑day cleaning, removal of trash and laundry).
• Attend staff meetings and in‑services.
• Stay up to date on departmental communication and required annual and periodical competencies.
• Participate in orientation of new staff as needed.
• Complete other daily tasks as requested and assigned.
• Perform job‑specific requirements and other duties as assigned.
• Answer the phone and take messages when needed.
• Help representatives with trays coming in or taking trays out.
• Assist the OR when they are looking for a kit or instrument.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Central Sterile certification required within 2 years of hire (to be obtained through CBSPD).