CPD/SPD Sterile Processing Technician **$5,000 sign on bonus**
Boston Children's Hospital
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Posted: 21-Aug-21
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 3139761
This Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for:
Receiving, sorting, cleaning and decontaminating soiled reusable instruments, equipment and materials following manufacturer's instructions. Manually recording items/materials received in department logs. Loading, operating, and emptying cleaning and decontamination equipment such as automatic washers, endoscope reprocessors, cart washer and pasteurizers
Inspecting, preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and other materials. Assembling trays and packets of instruments, medical supplies for surgical procedures according to standardized content lists and manufacturers guidelines. Loading and operating sterilizers, programming settings and monitors temperature and other critical readings during run cycle
May be asked to assume responsibility for leadership in the department in the absence of and/or in conjunction with CPD Manager. Plans, organizes and oversees daily operations. Monitoring work flow and prioritizing work assignments to meet established schedules and clinical requirements. Responding to customer requests and resolving problems as needed
May be assigned the charge role in the department. Managing the department work environment per established policy and procedures. Insuring safety of all personnel on duty. Prioritizing work production based on changing needs. Assessing, planning and implementing shift activities. Communicating and collaborating with shift personnel, department managers, OR staff and other personnel. Ensuring all required documentation is completed and accurate. Using all available resources to assist with problem solving and decision making. Trouble shooting and problem solving daily
To qualify, you must have:
A high school degree or GED equivalent and a minimum of two years of experience with Central Processing at Level II. Certification is preferred
A strong knowledge of instrumentation and power surgical instruments
Strong customer service and communication skills to develop working relationships with staff
Strong computer and problem solving skills
The ability to work independently and as a team player
Flexibility and the willingness to change assignments due to department needs
Basic record keeping skills, and the ability to read and write legibly
Certification of Central Processing Technician is required
Work schedule will be approximately 11am - 7:30pm. $5,000 sign on bonus for all full time new hires in SPD/CPD
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including an affordable health, vision and dental insurance, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes (50% off). Discover your best.
Boston Children's Hospital is a 395-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age.
