Central Sterile Processing Technician, Certified
University of Maryland Medical System

Job Description
Main Function: Performs sterile processing and instrument tray assembly in accordance with JCAHO and AORN regulatory requirements. Responsible for the collection, cleaning, assembly and distribution of medical equipment to patient care areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process, inspect, and pack complex instrument trays utilized in surgery, labor and deliver and nursing services.
• Performs processing and assembly of ERT and special carts, including documentation of same in the absence of available Central Supply Distribution personnel.
• Operates steam and Sterrad sterilizers to include proper documentation.
• Performs visual inspection of packages during and after processing, checking for damage, expiration or correct labeling.
• Decontaminate and clean reusable items and medical equipment according to department procedures.
• Performs housekeeping duties related to supply processing.
• Dispense supplies and/or equipment to designated areas based on par levels or requisition.
• Adheres to the Hospital and Central Sterile policies, procedures and safety precautions.
• Conducts routine inspections of CSP and user storage areas to assure quality of sterile items.
• Perform other department duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates the use of equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Demonstrates support and compliance with the Maryland General Health System and subsidiary corporations' mission, vision, philosophy, goals, objectives and policies

Company Description
When we say "our community" we mean it.

UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City.

Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on helping people manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases.

Qualifications
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified in Sterile Processing from a recognized association such as; International Association of Health care Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) or National Institute for the Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (NICHSPDP) is required.

Experience:

• Three years of experience in sterile processing and instrumentation, unless promoted from within.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

•Pay Range: $19.38-$23.98
•Other Compensation (if applicable): Eligible For Shift Differential
•Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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