SPS Technician 3 - Central Sterile Supply

Description Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Job Shift:

Shift 1 Shift Details: Monday through Friday with weekend and holiday rotation. Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. JOB SUMMARY Performs all Sterile Processing Services duties independently and at an advanced level including decontamination, instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization, and case cart assembly.

Demonstrates knowledge of and fulfills all processing and documentation requirements to ensure the efficient distribution of high quality sterile products that meet customer expectations. Maintains and demonstrates an advanced knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, utilization, and sterile processing. Works in collaboration with peri-operative services to provide appropriate surgical instrumentation.

Functions as the SPS training resource for new staff members and validating their skill levels. Participates in quality safety council meetings. Functions as the Shift Lead when needed.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or equivalent experience Experience 5+ years of SPS experience Licensure, Certification, Registration Current "Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certification" from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc.(CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from IAHCSMM required. Certified Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) from CBSPD or Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) from IAHCSMM required. Language Skills Ability to read, write and speak English required.

Preferred Requirements Experience 7 years of experience Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements Must be able to lift 40 pounds. Must obtain a minimum of 10 CEU's (continuous education units) per year. Working knowledge of SPM, EPIC, and Microsoft Office We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

Every moment matters. And this is your moment.