40 MILE RADIUS RULE - NO LOCAL CANDIDATESNewburgh, IN Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: ASAP Guaranteed Hours Per Week: 40 Shift Requirements: 8hr Days On Call/Call Back Requirements: No Weekend/Holiday Requirements: No Required Certifications to be Attached upon Submittal: CRCST and or CIS or CBSPD Minimum Experience: 2-3+ yrs No New Travelers - at least one completed contract required Charting Experience Required: No Required Skillset: All specialty instrumentation; all work areas (assembly/decontamination/distribution) Unit Information (Bed size, Case type, Patient ratio): 200+, All Case Types Uniform info: Uniforms provided Covid-19 Vaccine Not Required Subject to changeThe Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination, assembly of linen packs, operation of steam, ETO and other forms of sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician maintains adequate inventory for assembly of instruments and equipment and performs multiple tasks that assist in the daily operation of all units as well as being responsible for customer service. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in the decontamination, inspection, cleaning, assembling and packaging of medical/surgical material to include, but not limited to, linen, instruments and equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterile and functioning supply of materials
Prepares trays for designated areas according to prescribed procedures
Wraps and/or packages items for specified areas according to procedures prescribed for designated areas
Must be able to operate bar code instrument tracking system
Works with operating room personnel to ensure specialty trays are handled in the prescribed manner
Dissembles, cleans, assembles and tests specialty instrumentation and equipment for proper functioning
Must be able to differentiate between single-use and reusable items
Maintains inventory of supplies and materials to include documenting usage, issuing, receiving and reordering as assigned
Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent?
Certification as required by state regulations or contract specifications?
Certification for sterile processing technicians by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) may be required
One (1) year of experience in sterile processing preferred?
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
