CS SPD Non Certified Technician

About the Role

Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and be part of a team delivering world-class healthcare. Recognized for providing safe, patient-centered care that is timely, effective, efficient, and equitable, Medina Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital, the highest honor awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for professional nursing practice. Here, you can build a rewarding, lifelong career supported by a team committed to your growth and success.

Non-Certified CS/SPD Technicians are responsible for cleaning and maintaining surgical tools and hospital equipment. It is your job to ensure that sterilized tools are organized into trays containing the instruments required for routine or special surgeries. You are also responsible for checking equipment to ensure it is in good repair and up to date. This role provides hands-on learning as well as the opportunity to become certified and move into higher positions within the organization.

A caregiver in this role works evenings from 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. with weekend and holiday requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform case pull functions.
• Demonstrate proper handling of equipment, instrumentation, and chemicals while adhering to preventative maintenance schedules and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards during the decontamination process.
• Scan, sort, and inspect instruments for functionality and cleanliness.
• Assemble, wrap, and label instruments according to provided lists.
• Ensure proper cleaning, decontamination, assembly, and high-level disinfection of reusable instrumentation in accordance with AAMI ST79 standards.
• Monitor and control the distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Perform record keeping functions, e.g., processing, sterilization, quality assurance, etc.
• Perform ordering, stocking, and inventory control functions.
• Build case carts using electronic preference cards and dispatch them to appropriate locations.
• Participate in in-service education.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Sterile Processing certification (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CER) within 18 months after hire unless an extension is granted at the purview of leadership
• Ability to use the computerized instrument tracking system to perform assigned duties

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of healthcare experience or a similar background in mechanical/manufacturing assembly
• Military experience, such as Hospital Corpsmen (HM), Machinery Repairman (MR), Aircraft Maintenance Technician (2A3X3), Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A), Small Arms Repairer (91F), or similar, will be considered
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to push, pull, and navigate supply carts weighing more than 75 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

Pay Range Minimum hourly: $19.50
Maximum hourly: $27.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. The pay range does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Schedule

Evenings from 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. with weekend and holiday requirements.