Central Service Tech L II

Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

12:00 P.M - 8:30 P.M

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To give the employee an understanding of the responsibilities expected while working as a Central Service Technician Levels I & II in the Central Sterile Supply department. Under direct supervision, the CS Tech performs work involving decontamination, assembling, sterilizing, storage and distribution of medical instrumentation and supplies according to prescribed procedures and techniques.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• CENTRAL STERILE PROCESSING DEPARTMENT
• OPERATING ROOM,
• LABOR AND DELIVERY,
• EMERGENCY ROOM,
• ALL MEDICAL UNITS,
• AMBULATORY CLINICS,

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report to and under the supervision of the Director of Central Sterile Supply or designee
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Maintain the status of Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) and any other certifications that is approved thru the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or maintain Grandfathered status issued by the facility.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Decontaminate surgical instrumentation following appropriate cleaning techniques
• Operate mechanical decontamination equipment, i.e. Case Cart Washer, ultrasonic washers, washer/disinfectors.
• Clean and assemble surgical instrumentation according to prescribed procedures and techniques and assure highest quality.
• Wrap or containerize surgical trays
• Prepare case carts for Operating Room
• Sterilize surgical instrumentation using high and low temperature sterilization or high level disinfection
• Operate semi- automatic to automatic sterilizing equipment. Load, run and unload steam and sterrad sterilizers
• Perform daily biological testing on all sterilizers
• Put away sterile trays after proper cooling

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBLITIES IF NEEDED:

• Pickup soiled instrumentation and deliver sterile inventory to all Patient care areas
• Report defective or damaged instrumentation or equipment to CS Management
• Order and receive supplies from Central Supply and other receiving departments
• Report low inventory levels to CS Management
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of work environment
• Participate in staff development activities as appropriate and required
• Provide and display excellent customer services to all customers
• Perform other related duties as assigned or directed by CS Management and/or appropriate personnel

DEPARTMENTAL SAFETY RISKS:

• Exposure to blood and body fluids: Proper attire must be worn when working with contaminated materials.
• Detergents and Disinfectants: These products are used in the department and can be hazardous to your health if swallowed or get in your eyes. Proper attire must be worn when using these products.
• Bending, pushing, pulling and Heavy Lifting is required in this department: Whenever possible lighter items are stored on lower shelves while heavier items are stored at waist level. Employee must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Burns: Steam sterilizers and washer/sterilizers operate at 270°F so caution must be used when working around the equipment and the sterilizer carts.

Minimum Qualifications

For Appointment to Level I:
1. Documented designation of Grandfathered status as a Central Service Technician.

For Appointment to Level II:
1. Hold and maintain a Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential issued by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA); or
2. Hold and maintain a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician credential issued by the Certifying Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Note: Effective January 1, 2015, all newly hired incumbents to the title of Central Service Technician must hold and maintain a Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential or a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician credential and be assigned at Level II. In addition, any employee who functions as a Central Service Technician will be required to annually complete ten (10) hours of continuing education credits in order to remain qualified to perform the functions of a Central Service Technician at an NYC Health + Hospitals facility.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

Vacancy Control Board Number

VCB #: KIN-08132024-0214