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Job TitleSterile Processing Technician Apprentice
LocationAkron
FacilityAkron General Medical Center
DepartmentSterile Processing Dept-Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Job CodeAK1489
ShiftDays
Schedule9:00am-5:30pm/7:00am-3:30pm
Job Summary
Job Details
Take advantage of this tremendous opportunity to join the Sterile Processing Technician Apprenticeship program at Cleveland Clinic, where you can gain sought-after skills and the certification you need to achieve success in a family-sustaining career. In this program, you will earn while you learn.
Cleveland Clinic’s Sterile Processing Technician Apprenticeship will provide you with the world’s best experience in all areas of sterile processing. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from leading experts in the field. At the end of your apprenticeship, you will successfully complete the University of Akron program and pass the Certified Registered Central Service Technician test.
A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00AM – 3:30PM or 9:00AM – 5:30PM.
In this apprenticeship, you will:
Become familiar with all areas of sterile processing and portions of the Surgical Suite, including decontamination and sterilization of house table and operating room instrumentation, sterile storage, running, case cart picking, packing rooms. and equipment testing.
Become proficient in identifying and inspecting instrumentation to recognize missing or malfunctioning parts.
Assist with collecting and cleaning instruments and equipment after use on patient procedure.
Learn to complete the appropriate documentation required for the sterilization procedure.
Assist with wrapping or placing equipment or instruments needing sterilization in containers.
Identify and use all methods of sterilization available in the Sterile Processing/OR department.
Become familiar with SPD inventory processes and assist in maintaining an adequate inventory of instruments, equipment and supplies.
Prepare for the Central Service Technician test.
What’s in it for you:
Paid, full-time position with the ability to advance to Certified Registered Central Service Technician after passing the exam
Life-changing healthcare, retirement and paid time off
Training on-site at Akron General Medical Center
Support and mentoring from experienced caregivers
Nationally recognized credentials in a high-demand career - Certified Sterile Processing Technician
What you will need:
Positivity, reliability, professionalism, initiative, respect, gratitude and integrity
Desire to care for patients, be a part of a team and care for the community
High school diploma or GED
Maintain good standing in the University of Akron Sterile Processing Certification program
Preferred qualifications for a caregiver in this role include:
Sterile processing or surgical technician experience
Working knowledge of Operating Room instrumentation
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Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform duties while standing, sitting, stooping, and reaching for prolonged periods of time. Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds on a continual basis; ability to push, pull, and navigate carts weighing up to 100 pounds.
Possible exposure to biological and chemical contamination.
Manual dexterity sufficient to perform basic functions of position day to day instrument counting, sorting and assembly. Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Must be able to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors to utilize color-coded systems used for instrument identification. All applicants will be required to be prescreened for color blindness by our Occupational Health Department.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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