Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkThe Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYResponsible for de contamination processing assembling and sterilizing instruments and equipment Responsible for the disinfection and restocking of Isolation Emergency Carts and other patient care equipment Works within the guidelines for infection control Joint Commission OSHA and AAMI to assure sterility of supplies and to provide and maintain necessary levels Communicates efficiently with staff Reports to Sterile Processing Manager or Senior TechnicianCOMPETENCIESThis position requires good problem solving techniquesmiddot On an on going basis the incumbent must obtain the mandatory number of continued educational units CEUrsquos needed to maintain the currency of certificationPersonal computer skill and experience is desirable but not requiredMust be able to read write and speak clearly using the English language ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Unloads the soil lift and prepares soiled instrumentation for transport to the Off site Sterile Processing CenterAccurately inspects assembles and packages items for sterilization Handles and inspects all instrumentsscopes to prevent damageDemonstrates knowledge of all aspects of the sterilization process Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot department equipmentCompletes all training for basic competencies Completes all continuing education and skill check presentationsDrives the delivery vehicle as needed for deliveries or pick ups at both hospitalsCorrectly scans and distributes sterile non sterile itemssupplies Demonstrates knowledge of instrument tracking systemPrepares case carts with supplies utilizing preferencepick listsParticipates in the orientation of new staff Follows training plan and documentsDemonstrates knowledge of safety requirements of all equipment and responds appropriately to potential safety concernsDemonstrates the ability to be flexible organized and function in stressful situations Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegationsWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkThe Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYResponsible for de contamination processing assembling and sterilizing instruments and equipment Responsible for the disinfection and restocking of Isolation Emergency Carts and other patient care equipment Works within the guidelines for infection control Joint Commission OSHA and AAMI to assure sterility of supplies and to provide and maintain necessary levels Communicates efficiently with staff Reports to Sterile Processing Manager or Senior TechnicianCOMPETENCIESThis position requires good problem solving techniquesmiddot On an on going basis the incumbent must obtain the mandatory number of continued educational units CEUrsquos needed to maintain the currency of certificationPersonal computer skill and experience is desirable but not requiredMust be able to read write and speak clearly using the English language ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Unloads the soil lift and prepares soiled instrumentation for transport to the Off site Sterile Processing CenterAccurately inspects assembles and packages items for sterilization Handles and inspects all instrumentsscopes to prevent damageDemonstrates knowledge of all aspects of the sterilization process Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot department equipmentCompletes all training for basic competencies Completes all continuing education and skill check presentationsDrives the delivery vehicle as needed for deliveries or pick ups at both hospitalsCorrectly scans and distributes sterile non sterile itemssupplies Demonstrates knowledge of instrument tracking systemPrepares case carts with supplies utilizing preferencepick listsParticipates in the orientation of new staff Follows training plan and documentsDemonstrates knowledge of safety requirements of all equipment and responds appropriately to potential safety concernsDemonstrates the ability to be flexible organized and function in stressful situations Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegationsEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot High School Diploma or GED equivalentmiddot Certification in Sterile Processing through a nationally accredited central service organization such at CBSPD or IAHCSMM is required within two years of hiremiddot Must possess and maintain a valid driverrsquos license maintain a driving record free of any violations and pass a safe driving educational program upon hire and annually thereafter in order to participate in the Fleet Vehicle Program as outlined in the Eastern Connecticut Health Networkrsquos Environment of Care Safety Policies and Procedures We take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot High School Diploma or GED equivalentmiddot Certification in Sterile Processing through a nationally accredited central service organization such at CBSPD or IAHCSMM is required within two years of hiremiddot Must possess and maintain a valid driverrsquos license maintain a driving record free of any violations and pass a safe driving educational program upon hire and annually thereafter in order to participate in the Fleet Vehicle Program as outlined in the Eastern Connecticut Health Networkrsquos Environment of Care Safety Policies and Procedures We take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment