Legacy Health
Central Sterile Technician Uncertified
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
US-OR-SILVERTON
Job ID: 25-42850
Type: On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)
Silverton Medical Ctr campus
Overview
At Legacy, our mission is to make life better for our patients, our community and each other. As a Central Sterile Technician, you carry that mission with pride, providing a sterile, clean and safe environment for the best possible medical/surgical care.
As you build your legacy with our healthcare community, your attention to detail and concern for the well-being of our patients will have a large impact. Not only will you ensure the proper sterilization of instruments and equipment, you will also help to facilitate change by recommending areas for improvement, expanding your knowledge of the Sterile Technician's role and sharing your expertise with new staff members.
Responsibilities
The Central Sterile Technician Uncertified is responsible for the decontamination, preparation, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, trays, equipment, and case carts used in the medical/surgical care of patients. May be required to distribute flexible scopes, biopsy instruments, traveling video carts, and other supplies and equipment used in the endoscopic care of patients. The Central Sterile Technician Uncertified assists in the set-up, changeover, and stocking of procedure rooms and other duties as delegated.
Qualifications
Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of Central Service operations course or equivalent experience in Central Sterile preferred.
Skills/Abilities:
Understanding of the principles and methods of sterilization
Understanding of the importance of infection control and good aseptic techniques
Understanding of the importance of documentation
Thorough knowledge of instruments and scopes
Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:
Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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