CSP Tech, part time, SomervilleReq #:0000135019

　　Category:Telemetry Nursing

　　Status:Part-Time

　　Shift:Evening

　　Facility:RWJ Somerset

　　Department:Central Sterile Supply

　　Location:

　　RWJUH Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

　　PRIMARY FUNCTION:

　　Responsible for decontamination, assembly of instrument sets, operation of steam and Sterrad as well as all monitoring processes included with same,

　　Maintain adequate inventory for assembly of instruments and equipment,

　　Perform multiple tasks that assist in the daily operation of all units as well as being responsible for customer service

　　Perform and participate in the decontamination and cleaning of all instrumentation received, which included and not limited to instrumentation and equipment received from all units according to established standards and procedures,

　　Prepare case carts and trays for decontamination and load them into washer and/or sterilizer as prescribed procedure,

　　Perform the operation of the index washers, cart washers, ultrasonic cleaners as well as manually cleaning instruments and equipment as prescribed by established standards and procedures,

　　Inspects all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing the instruments before assembly,

　　Uses appropriate container, wrap or pouch according to the size of the instrument or equipment,

　　Communicates any issues that arise with instrument preparation to the Supervisor,

　　Sterilizes instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed policies and procedures,

　　Knows how to run tests on all sterilizers, monitor and document that all parameters have been met,

　　Use chemicals in the appropriate fashion taking into consideration the intended use of chemical as well as chemical s function: knowledge of appropriate PPE is also necessary,

　　Participates in expediting the OR schedule by assisting the other members of the OR

　　Team in obtaining the instruments/equipment necessary for the procedure in a timely

　　manner,

　　Assembles and distributes case carts accurately and in a timely manner,

　　Shows basic knowledge of instrumentation,

　　Communicates information related to instrumentation, equipment and supplies,

　　that may potentially delay or cancel surgery due to malfunctioned equipment or

　　any other unusual occurrences in a timely manner,

　　Demonstrate s knowledge on principles of sterile technique, universal precautions, fire, safety and disaster protocol, body mechanics and hazardous materials,

　　Participates in quality and efficiency improvement activities and attends in-service programs,

　　Maintains an unquestionable attendance record and Certification renewal requirements

　　Education:

　　High School Diploma or equivalent

　　CRCST- Certified Registered Central Service Technician thru IAHCSMM or CBSPD required

　　Experience:

　　1-3 years progressive experience as a Certified Technician

　　Physical Demands

　　Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds and transport up to 50 pounds

　　Must be able to endure standing for long durations

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer