Top 13 Sterilization technician Jobs in South Bend, In

Cert Surg Instr Tech
Beacon Health System —South Bend, IN
- Overtime
- Surgery
- Hospital
- Windows
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Saint Joseph Health System —Mishawaka, IN
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
Zoo Veterinarian Technician Part Time (RVT only)
Potawatomi Zoo —South Bend, IN
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Anatomy knowledge
- Current TB test
Quick Apply
Supv Sterile Processing
Beacon Health System —South Bend, IN
- Overtime
- Anatomy knowledge
- OSHA
- Hospital
SPD Technician, Non-Registered
Goshen Health —Goshen, IN
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
7d
Surgical Technologist (SBS)
Beacon Health System —Granger, IN
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
Certified Surgical Technician - PRN - Granger Surgery Center
Northwest Health Medical Group - LaPorte —Granger, IN
- Part-time
- Nursing
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
- 401(k) matching
Quick Apply
Surgical Tech ERT (0) EGH
Beacon Health System —Elkhart, IN
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
13d
Certified Surgical Tech
Unity Physicians Hospital —Mishawaka, IN
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Operating room
- Perioperative Care
Quick Apply

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Saint Joseph Health System —Mishawaka, IN
CRCST or CBSPD certification required. Identify instruments needing repair, sharpening, or replacement. Support operating rooms during procedures as needed.
SPD Tech
Unity Physicians Hospital —Mishawaka, IN
Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, other departments, and visitors. Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in…
Quick Apply
8d

Show more similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Sterile Processing Tech (SPD), Non-Certified
OhioHealth —Dublin, OH
Assigned duties may also include stocking, cleaning, answering phones, transporting supplies, training peers on industry best practices and providing direct…
Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified
OhioHealth —Dublin, OH
Must have a thorough understanding of the sterilizer mechanical and chemical indicators, as well as the proper use and interpretation of the biological…

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for sterilization technician in south bend, in

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

sterilization technician jobs near south bend, in

Surgical Technician jobs in Mishawaka, IN

Surgical Technician jobs in Elkhart, IN

Surgical Technician jobs in Granger, IN

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in South Bend, IN

Surgical Technician jobs in South Bend, IN

Surgical Technician jobs in Fayetteville, NC

Surgical Technologist jobs in Yonkers, NY

Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in North Carolina

Surgical Technologist jobs in Nassau County, NY

Surgical Tech jobs in Braselton, GA

Surgical Technologist jobs in Myrtle Beach, SC

Surgical Technologist jobs in Toledo, OH

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Uci, CA

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in West Virginia

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Grand Prairie, TX

Fiber Optic Technician jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Patient Care Technician jobs in Dothan, AL

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Boston, MA

Sterile Technician jobs in Modesto, CA

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Illinois

Cert Surg Instr Tech

Beacon Health System -
South Bend, IN

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Surgical instrument assembly
Employee relationship building
Windows
High school diploma or GED
Desktop applications
Productivity software
Instrument maintenance

Full Job Description

Reports to the Central Sterile Processing Supervisor. The Cert Surg Instrument Tech Is responsible for the care, preparation, and maintenance of sterile and unsterile instruments, equipment, and supplies. Identifies, inspects and assembles instrumentation for use in a sterile procedure. Sterilizes instrumentation and completes quality control checks as required. Ensures proper inventory levels by filling requests according to established unit of measure.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Certified Surgical Instrument Tech responsibilities include:

Decontaminates surgical instrumentation, utilizing correct departmental procedures by:
Consistently adhering to policy of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the decontamination area.
Emptying all contaminated trash into appropriate containers, as well as placing all other trash into trash room bins.
Performing proper cleaning procedures and operating washer decontaminator.

Inspects surgical instrumentation for cleanliness and proper working order by:

Inspecting all instrumentation for moving parts and taking appropriate action if problems are identified.
Verifying that instrumentation, lumens, scopes, etc., are free of all contaminates; removing any instruments from service until properly cleaned.

Assembles surgical instrumentation according to accreditation standards and departmental procedures by:

Ensuring every item processed for any sterilization method has appropriate internal indicator.
Following the Censitrac scanning system to determine instrumentation needed for the tray, process a count sheet, and record the location of trays processed.
Identifying missing items not available for replacement, notifying the appropriate Surgical Coordinator of the missing instruments, then placing a 'Missing Instrument' sticker on the outside of set once approved to process by the Coordinator.

Sterilizes instrumentation and completes quality control checks according to accreditation standards and departmental procedures by:

Utilizing appropriate Load Record documentation and specifications to load and operate sterilizer equipment.
Verifying that the sterilizer equipment has met the appropriate time and temperature parameters.

Completes the biological documentation as required by all accreditation standards and departmental procedures by:

Preparing and running appropriate test packs for appropriate sterilizers.
Preparing the biological(s) for placement into appropriate incubators and recording appropriate information.
Following the Censitrac scanning system for recording and documenting information required for biological results, products sterilized in each load, and the parameters of the sterilization process.
Recording information required on appropriate records, based on the biological results.

Ensures that inventory item(s) retrieved or returned are correct and are documented according to the established unit of measure by:

Prioritizing the pulling of OR case carts, filling stock requisitions, and restocking inventory carts according to departmental procedure.
Performing basic computer duties which include, locating proper inventory number(s), stock bin locations and quantities of stock available and on order.
Reporting inventory discrepancies to the Inventory Supervisor or Inventory Coordinator.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

Channeling problems and/or complaints to appropriate resource person for investigation and resolution.
Reporting work location to the Lead Technician and when assignments cannot be completed.
Providing input and assisting in the implementation of the department quality assurance (QI) process.
Completing other job-related assignments and special projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
Complies with established organization and department policies.
Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education and Experience

The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma. A minimum of one year of central service processing experience is required. Completion of the certified central service tech program from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM) or other accredited central service or surgical technologist program resulting in certification must be attained within six months of hire. Must maintain certification status.

Knowledge & Skills

Requires basic knowledge of and skills to prepare general and special surgical instrumentation for surgical procedures and knowledge of needs and steps in use of instrumentation, materials and supplies.
Requires thorough knowledge of sterilization procedures, basic aseptic techniques and maintenance and care of surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Requires a working knowledge of inventory structures, such as dispensing unit of measure and low unit of measure.
Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills (i.e., Censitrac, Word, Excel and Windows applications). An understanding of database applications is desired.
Requires basic knowledge of safety, departmental and hospital policies and emergency disaster procedures.
Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, supervisors, physicians and staff members of other departments.
Demonstrates communication skills, both verbal and written, necessary to effectively complete forms and take messages in a legible and accurate manner.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a sterile processing and distribution environment requiring physical exertion, time demands and some undesirable objects to handle.
Potential exposure to physical, chemical and bio-hazards.

Physical Demands

Requires physical ability, manual dexterity, and stamina (i.e., to lift up to 50 pounds, to push/pull storage carts, frequent bending, reaching, standing and walking and occasional kneeling/squatting and the ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.

Location: Beacon Health System · Sterile Processing
Schedule: Full-time, Evening, 1500-12330 Monday-Friday and call every 11th weekend

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

sterilization technician jobs in south bend, in

Cert Surg Instr Tech

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Zoo Veterinarian Technician Part Time (RVT only)

Supv Sterile Processing

SPD Technician, Non-Registered

Surgical Technologist (SBS)

Certified Surgical Technician - PRN - Granger Surgery Center

Surgical Tech ERT (0) EGH

Certified Surgical Tech

More jobs to discover

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for sterilization technician in south bend, in

Explore jobs in more locations

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected