Sterile Processing Technologist

Our client, is a Healthcare company, is looking for a Sterile Processing Technologist for their Machias, ME location.Responsibilities:The Central Service Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by Central Service.The employee must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of accepting pressure assignments, clerical assignments and other duties related to the department.They must maintain a high degree of confidentiality and support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Sterile processing experience using gas and steam, cleaning, tray assembly, wrapping and processing, specialties including OB-GYN, general surgery, ENT, Orthopedics, podiatry, pain management, and urology.Endoscopy scope cleaning and sterilization.Ensures proper operating of autoclave units prior to use on a daily basisResponsible for ensuring biological and chemical tests at beginning of everyday shift if assigned and record results in appropriate logInspects gas and steam autoclaves for visible signs of malfunctionProcesses contaminated instruments and supplies returned to Central ServiceUses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilizationProcesses all items appropriately following manufacturer's instructionsAssists with training and in-services for new and long-term employeesApplies aseptic technique in daily work assignments.Stores supplies and equipment in appropriate locationCares for instruments, syringes, needles and special procedure items and is knowledgeable in their usageAssures tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization.Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam and all general equipment.Receives and delivers surgical supplies and fills requisition requestsCapable of ordering weekly department supplies from Materials Management and outside vendors when neededMaintains all necessary records and documentationSeeking out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demandsPerform duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and proceduresComply with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and proceduresOther duties, as assigned, are relevant to the position and departmentExposure riskExposure Category I: Employee at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens.Quality improvement:Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.Participates in the departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.Compliance:Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of client.Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of client.Communicate any concern related to compliance issues to manager of department or Compliance Officer.Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.Requirements:Certified CRCST and CERBasic Computer SkillsAbility to communicate effectively with department personnel, hospital personnel, medical staff, and sales and repair representativesMinimum Years of Experience: Less than 1 yearWhy Should You Apply?Excellent growth and advancement opportunitiesICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.