Central Service Technician

Yale New Haven Health

  • Westerly, RI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Overview:To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.The Central Service Technician is a team player that works in all facets of the department and is responsible for collection, decontamination, preparation, sterilization & distribution of instrument trays, supplies and equipment in a safe and expeditious fashion while following department policies & procedures.EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities:
  • 1. Demonstrates Competence in Performance of job Function
  • 1.1 Ability to work under pressure and stressful conditions.
  • 2. Infection Control
  • 2.1 Demonstrates proper decontamination of instruments and equipment following the principals of the Infection Content Policy Manual.
  • 3. Demonstrates Competency in Operation of Department Equipment
  • 3.1 Knowledge of operation the department?s equipment including but not limited to the Hamo washer/ decontaminator, steam sterilizers, Sterrad ,incubator and other equipment as purchased & used in the department.
  • 4. Displays knowledge of instruments used on a daily basis.
  • 4.1 Knows proper function of instruments and identifies when one is broken; then brings it to the attention of the supervisor or the materials facilitator for replacement.
  • 5. Fosters Employee Collaboration and Teamwork
  • 5.1 Recognizes and values the contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork.
  • 6. Appropriately Utilizes Resources
  • 6.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follows hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off request.
  • 7. Supports Activities for Exceptional Customer Service.
  • 7.1 Demonstrates a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership.
Qualifications:EDUCATIONH.S. diploma or equivalent.EXPERIENCEPrevious experience with handling and sterilizing instruments.LICENSUREC.R.C.S.T. required to be achieved within one year of hire

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