Excela Health Latrobe , PA 15650
Posted 2 months ago
$4,000 Sign on bonus
Job Summary
The Technician, Central Service performs a wide array of duties to provide sterile instrumentation and trays to the Department of Surgery and other hospital departments. Works under the direction of the Sr. Technician for Central Services or Operating Room Management.
Essential Job Functions
Decontaminates and inspects surgical instruments
Wears Protective Attire (PPE)- Standard Precautions
Transports Equipment and Supplies as needed between departments
Maintains equipment as per manufactures instructions ( eq. Checks detergent level per shift)
Visually inspects instruments and trays to determine if pre-soaking is indicated
Uses tongs or forceps to remove instruments from basins
Inserts proper sized brush to clean channels of cannulated instrumentation
Chooses proper decontamination equipment per manufactures or OneSouce Documents instructions
Arranges instruments, trays, and basins to facilitate proper cleaning
Selects proper cycle per manufactures or OneSouce Documents instructions
Cleans and decontaminates reusable patient equipment
Cleans all surfaces with approved solution
Inspects electrical cords for fraying or other safety hazards
Ensures component parts are returned with equipment
Removes any damaged equipment requiring safety checks for use
Reassembles equipment and places in proper storage area
Assembles instrument trays
Visually examines instruments for remaining debris
Visually examines instruments for functionality
Arranges instruments to allow sterilant penetration
Ensures instrument tray in complete
Order instruments as needed
Tape instruments
Wraps instrument tray or places instruments in proper sterilization container
Uses proper size and type of sterilization wrap
Inserts chemical indicator/integrator in tray
Performs proper wrapping and taping technique
Records pertinent information on autoclavable tape/form
Places paper filter properly in sterilization container
Affixes load sticker to wrapped tray or container
Prepares all rerun instruments for day
Operates sterilizers per department procedure
Loads sterilizer rack in manner to allow sterilant penetration and moisture removal
Records load contents on sterilizer card/form
Places biological indicator in required sterilizer loads
Selects proper cycle per manufactures or OneSouce Documents instructions
Examines sterilizer printout to ensure mechanical parameters of sterilization are met
Signs full name to sterilizer printout
Allows adequate time for proper cooling of sterilizer contents prior to removal from chamber
Unloads sterilizer contents and places in proper storage area
Performs biological monitoring and recordkeeping of sterilization cycles (steam, eto, sterrad)
Interprets and logs biological results in a timely manner
If applicable, records information on Implantable Load Form and returns form to Department of Surgery
Organizes all paperwork daily for end of month or other regulatory reporting
Manually cleans case carts after use
Places cart on hydraulic lift (where applicable by location)
Cleans interior and exterior sections of cart with approved solution
Transports clean carts and instruments as needed between departments.
Other duties as assigned.
Specialty Functions
Maintains re-usable linen inventory in departments.
Assures adequate stock is maintained
Places increase/decrease orders to linen room staff.
Puts line away
Stocks warmer
Conducts soiled pick-up rounds throughout the hospital as appropriate.
Retrieves soiled/used equipment and instruments per established schedule [Minimum 3 times daily]
Conducts Steris System IE biological testing for SPD on a daily basis
Tests unit in SPD
Completes and maintains records
Prepares loan/consign instruments.
Receives/documents items.
Inspects/decontaminated instruments.
Assembles appropriate instrumentation.
Sterilizes/delivers to OR for use.
Delivers additional trays and supplies to O.R.
Performs housekeeping functions - keeps area neat and organized.
Retrieves soiled carts/instruments following the procedures from both the OR and Labor and Delivery
Uses proper etiquette when answering phones
Cleans sterilizer chambers and carts as set forth in policy
Cases
Pick cases including add ons
Fill all needs on carts
Organize case supplies and equipment for use by the OR Circulator and Technician
Scopes
Reprocess and store all assigned scopes as per manufactures instructions
These will include but may not be limited to gastroscopes, colonoscopies, bronchoscopes & other flexible or ridge scopes used within the Hospital.
Transportation
Transport patients
Obtain blood as needed
Transportation of needed items across the hospital
These will include but may not be limited to specimens to main lab, frozen section lab, radiology, medications from pharmacy or other case sensitive items as needed.
Follow chain of care for communication of issues
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED or next level of higher education.
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
License, Certification & Clearances
As of September 1, 2017, any new or transferred employee must currently hold or obtain within 18 months of employment one of the following certifications: Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or International Association for HealthCare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM).
Act 81 Compliance.
Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
LEAN
AAP/EEO
Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
Met
Not met
N/A
Explanatory Statement
House Bill 81 of 2019 The Central Service Technician and Surgical Technologist Regulation Act
Enacted 10/29/2020 - Effective 12/29/2020 (See attached HB for definitions for Central service technician
and Surgical technologist)
Section 301: Certification
Central Service Technician (CST) hired after 12/29/2020 must:
Pass a nationally accredited central service exam for CST AND maintain one of the following:
Certified registered central service technician credential
OR
Certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential
Exemption: Law does not apply to an individual who has been employed or otherwise contracted for services as a central service technician by a health care facility on or before December 29, 2020.
Exemption Requirement: the facility shall maintain documentation of the CST's date of employment or the contract period when the central service technician provided services to the facility to verify that the CST meets the exemption requirements.
Section 302: Employment and continuing education
(a) New employees
(b) Continuing education
(c) Facility responsibility
Section 501:
Surgical Technologist (ST) must meet at least one of the following:-
Successful completion of a Surgical Technologist program sponsored by an entity holding nationally recognized institutional or programmatic accreditation and hold and maintains a ST certification from an accredited certification program. [501(1)(i)] *
OR
OR
OR
OR
Section 502: Continuing education:
(a) An ST employed or contracted with the facility and not certified under section 501(1)(i) or has let the individual's certification lapse shall:
(1) with the continuing education requirements specified by the credentialing organization as necessary to keep the certification current and (2) provide proof of compliance with the continuing education requirements to the facility.
(b) Additional Requirement
(1) complete 30 hours of relevant continuing education every two years in order to remain eligible to practice surgical technology; and (2) be responsible for proving, to the satisfaction of the health care facility, that the individual complies with this subsection.
(c) Verification-- A facility that employs or contracts with an ST shall verify the ST meets the continuing education requirements.
Section 503. Exception. A facility may employ or contract an ST who does not meet the requirements of section 501 to practice surgical technology if:
(1) after a diligent and thorough effort has been made, the facility is unable to employ or contract with a sufficient number of qualified STs who meet the requirements of section 501; and (2) the health care facility makes a written record of its efforts under (1) and retains the record at the facility.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
On-Call
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
x
Direct Patient Care
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
10#
Carry
x
10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
x
10#
20#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
10#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x
10#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
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