SPD Technician Certified, Central Sterile Supply Req #: 0000186225
Category: Sterile Processing
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Central Sterile Supply
Location: Williamson Street, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The SPD Technician Certified performs all aspects of decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and surgical supplies and equipment distribution functions.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduate of a Sterile Processing programCurrent within all aspects of instrumentation, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, sterilization, packaging and sterile supplies

Preferred:

1-3 years Central Sterile Processing experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Must be certified by the IAHCSMM or the Sterile Processing board as mandated by the New Jersey State Department of HealthMust accrue CEUs to maintain current certification

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, Monday-Friday 7am-3pm, with every third weekend rotationFT

Essential Functions:

Performs the activities within the department, including but not limited to cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly and sterilization of surgical devices &instruments, code carts and patient care equipmentIdentifies & understands written data and be able to read/write alpha and numeric data accuratelyAssists department supervisors in coordinating daily work levels to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency throughout all department functionsConscientious with regards to surgical procedures, nursing units clinical needs, and equipment procurementCapable of accepting pressure assignments, as assigned, relative to the departmentInteracts professionally with other departments and personnel within the system including physiciansDemonstrates a willingness to accept new responsibilities/ideas, learn duties of the position and possess good organizational skillsAssists SPD Supervisor with staff orientation, on the job training activities in the departmentAssumes responsibility for the distribution of medical/surgical supplies and equipmentWorks in a high stress/high volume departmentAttends hands on in-service/ seminars pertaining to the Central Sterile Processing department

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer