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Work Shift

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

7:00 AM

Shift End Time

3:30 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Performs a variety of duties in relationship to decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays/sets, equipment, and supplies with direct supervision. Performs routine cleaning such as wiping down tables. Participates in distribution of operating room supplies and trays/sets. Performs all tasks as assigned in a neat and organized manner. Maintains and prevents cross contamination by observing dress codes, environmental policies, and traffic control.

Experience

No experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Graduate of a Sterile Processing and/or Surgical Technology program6 months relevant clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

Within 18 months must attain a Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) and/or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic computer skillsExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibilities

Demonstrates efficient skills in decontamination, inspection, and cleaning of surgical instruments, flexible scopes, and respiratory devices according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.Uses sterile processing chemicals according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.Dons and doffs appropriate personal protection equipment.Assembles accurate/complete surgical trays.Participates with and monitors process of building accurate and timely assembling of case carts for emergent/urgent and elective cases.Assists with maintaining department sterilization records.Participates in sterilizer test parameters monitoring, e.g., bowie dick test, biologicals, and other forms of sterilization testing and responds appropriately to sterilization that does not pass.Supports operating room functions in sterile core.Fosters positive working relationships across departments and campuses with patients, physicians, families, visitors, coworkers, and vendors.Complies with all applicable regulations, standards, and recommendations.Follows hospital and departmental safety instructions, policies, and procedures.Attends 75% of staff meetings/communication and job-related educational opportunities.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

Surgical Services