Location:

Bay Park Hospital

Department:

Sterile Processing

Weekly Hours:

40

Status:

Full time

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Job Summary:

A Certified Sterile Technician maintains proper infection control procedures by cleaning, inspecting, assembling, wrapping and sterilizing all reusable items at ProMedica.

You will make sure aseptic procedures are followed and comply with appropriate policies while performing Central Sterile duties. In this role, you will manage OR stock and supplies, monitor PAR levels and order supplies as needed.

This position also will help nursing staff with patient admissions, transfers, discharges and transportation.

The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions. It should not be considered exhaustive.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Skills: Requires proficiency in technical procedures and to familiarity with a broad range of surgical instruments. Must be able to input and retrieve information from a computer. Must be able to differentiate colors, and operate sterilizer, washer-sterilizer, pasteurizer, computer, etc.
• Certification: Certification as a Central Service Technician

ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.

Benefits:

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Position Summary / Career Interest:

• Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls, proficiency testing material and patient specimens for analysis.
• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Calibrates, maintains and operates instruments keeping appropriate documentation; reports equipment malfunction to supervisor.
• Correlates results of pertinent laboratory determinations
• Demonstrates ability to provide care/service safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships and technical skills
• Disposes of biohazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy.
• Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls, proficiency testing material and patient specimens for analysis.
• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Calibrates, maintains and operates instruments keeping appropriate documentation; reports equipment malfunction to supervisor.
• Correlates results of pertinent laboratory determinations
• Demonstrates ability to provide care/service safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships and technical skills
• Disposes of biohazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

• Associates Degree in Clinical Lab Science & Technology or appropriate Military Training eligible for ASCP or NCA certification.

• ASCP, NCA AMT, or equivalent eligible (must be completed within 6 months of hire)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) training at an accredited NAACLS training program
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

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Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.  See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Position Summary / Career Interest:

• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Calibrates, maintains, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation issues and completes appropriate documentation.
• Completes continuing education and submits appropriate documentation where applicable.
• Follows regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standards, policies and procedures.
• Instructs, orients and mentors students, employees, residents, patients and other health care providers as applicable.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of all supplies. Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls and specimens for analysis.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection as applicable.
• Reviews and correlates results of laboratory tests to each other and with the patient's condition, recognizing abnormal results and critical/alert values. Verifies accuracy of results.
• The employee may be required to float to other locations throughout the organization.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

• High School Graduate
• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Lab Science & Technology in Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology from an accredited institution OR combination of education and experience that qualifies for the ASCP MLS Certification.
• Graduate of a NCCLS approved training program

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) OR
• Medical Technologist (MT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• ASCP, NCA, AMT or equivalent eligible (Must be completed within 6 months of hire)

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Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.  See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Position Summary / Career Interest:

• Serves as subject matter expert for assigned area and assists other employees with questions and issues that arise.
• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Coordinates quality assurance and quality improvement activities for the department.
• Follows and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains a laboratory of constant readiness.
• Follows and ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standard, policies and procedures.
• Instructs, orients and mentors students, employees, residents, patients and other health care providers as applicable.
• Completes continuing education and submits appropriate documentation where applicable.
• Oversees and performs calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting and quality control for instrument issues in addition to the review and management of the appropriate documentation.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of all supplies. Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls, and specimens for analysis.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection as needed to support efficiency across the department.
• Performs product preparations in compliance with FDA, cGMP, AABB standards, NRC regulations and department procedures.
• Reviews and correlates results of laboratory tests to each other and with the patient's condition, recognizing abnormal results and critical/alert values. Verifies accuracy of results and initiates corrective action when indicated.
• Uses and wears PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

• Graduate of a NCCLS approved training program
• Associates Degree
• 2 or more years or related experience

• Bachelor of Science

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) within 180 Days

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Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.  See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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