Senior Central Sterile Technician|Senior Certified Sterile Processing Technician Apply
Position Description
Senior Certified Sterile Processing Technician classification pay scale: $29.658 - $40.506
Senior Central Sterile Technician classification pay scale: $27.210 - $37.145
PRIORITY SCREENING DATE: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 11:59pm. Application materials will be reviewed every two (2) weeks until position is filled. Please allow up to two weeks for processing of application materials (Postmarks and faxes not accepted). The eligible list established by this recruitment will be used to fill current and future permanent or temporary vacancies as they arise. Exam #24/50U44/01SS
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Natividad is currently accepting applications for Senior Central Sterile Technician and Senior Certified Sterile Processing Technician positions in the Central Sterile Department. This incumbent is responsible for equipment sterilization and the proper care and storage of equipment used for patient care.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Senior Central Sterile Technician: This is the lead worker level class in the Central Sterile Unit at Natividad Medical Center. This position performs the duties of a lead worker, which encompass overseeing the work of other subordinate staff members. The Senior Central Sterile Technician reports to and receives direction from the Director of Surgical Services.
Senior Certified Sterile Processing Technician: This classification is distinguished from the lower level classification of Senior Central Sterile Technician in that the latter does not require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).
Examples of Duties
SIGNIFICANT DUTIES
- Develops, monitors, and evaluates individual staff development plans; conducts unit-specific orientation; and performs the initial and continuous training of Central Sterile Technicians, including one-on-one sessions and department in-services.
- Organizes and coordinates the activities/work in the Central Sterile Unit; assists in supervising subordinate staff by assigning, coordinating and reviewing work; prepares scheduling assignments which ensure adequate coverage.
- Performs the full scope of duties of a Central Sterile Technician, whenever requested and/or necessary.
- Monitors, directs, and evaluates the maintenance and quality assurance process for equipment in the Central Sterile Unit; maintains and modifies a record keeping system for all departmental equipment.
- Acts as a resource person on matters concerning industry standards, policies, procedures, equipment and practices in the assigned specialized area.
- Participates on hospital committees/teams; collects quality review data and other departmental statistics; assembles, analyzes and utilizes the data to prepare written reports.
- Participates in the selection and performance evaluation process for Central Sterile Technicians.
Examples of Experience/Education/Training
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of experience, education, and/or training which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Through knowledge of:
- Asepsis technique and infection control procedures
- Various medical supplies, instruments and equipment used in a large medical facility
- Gowning, scrubbing, and gloving procedures
- Universal precautions for handling blood and body fluids
Working knowledge of:
- Basic care within the scope of practice for a Central Sterile Technician or Certified Sterile Processing Technician
- Procedures and medical terminology for Central Sterile Unit
- Storeroom, stock control, and inventory practices and procedures
- Methods, procedures and techniques in the decontamination, storage, preparation and sterilization of medical supplies, instruments and equipment
- Guidelines and legalities governing the scope of practice for Central Sterile Technicians
- Safety practice including proper body mechanics
Some knowledge of:
- The personnel principles and practices necessary to lead a work unit, including planning, organizing, scheduling, assigning, directing and evaluation
- The leadership principles, practices, and techniques necessary to lead work unit, including motivation, conflict resolution and communication
Skill and ability to:
- Assist physicians, nurses and nursing staff with procedures in Central Sterile Unit
- Work cooperatively, effectively and calmly in emergency medical situations
- Anticipate the instruments and supply needs of physicians before and during procedures
- Assist in accounting for all medical supplies, instruments and equipment used during a procedure
- Organize and maintain clinical and procedural records and charts
- Transcribe and enter orders accurately
- Transfer patients safely
- Observe and record observations of patients
- Perform vital signs accurately
- Plan and conduct department in-services; teach and train the theories, principles, practices and techniques used in the Central Sterile Unit.
- Communicate clearly and proficiently both orally and in writing at a level necessary to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position
- Work cooperatively with physicians, nurses, patients and staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships
Experience: Both Classifications: Three (3) years of experience assisting physicians or medical personnel in the Central Sterile Unit of an acute care hospital.
License/Certification:
Senior Central Sterile Technician:Possession of a valid CPR certificate is required
Senior Certified Sterile Processing Technician:
Possession of a valid CPR certification is required
A Sterile Processing Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) is required.
Additional Information
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.
- Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
- Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven and clean driving record.
- Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid CA Driver License or CA State ID prior to the first day of work.
- Incumbents may be required to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays;
- Incumbents may be required to work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances.
**REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS AND SCREENING PROCESS**
The screening process is tentative. Should a change be made, applicants will be notified. The competitive process includes:
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: A completed Monterey County Application may be obtained from and submitted to the Natividad Human Resources Office, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 300, Salinas, CA. 93906, or On-line applications may be submitted at www.natividad.com; resume and license and/or certifications (if applicable) may be attached to your online application or emailed separately to: SellanAM@Natividad.com. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to obtain regular paper application materials please contact the Natividad HR, 1441 Constitution Blvd.,(831) 783-2700, M - F, 7:30 a.m.- 5:00p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: All licenses/certificates will be verified via primary source. Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. Please note: The initial screening for this position uses ONLY the applicant's answers to the Supplemental Questions. Screeners (who are Subject Matter Experts) are not given the application and/or resumes at this point in the process. Therefore, your answers to the Supplemental Questions are critical. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.
QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT: To further assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, or physical ability exam.
ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.
SPECIAL NOTES
- If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the HR Analyst for Natividad at (831) 783-2711.
- Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
- If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, you will not be eligible for benefits.
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