Job Abstract

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Fairview Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Fairview Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will be the key part of how our operating rooms care for our patients. Surgery would not be possible if it were not for Sterile Processing Services Assistants. A whole team relies on you to successfully set up the operating room. This role requires someone who has excellent verbal and handwritten communication and is proficient with computers. Your primary duties include:   

• Testing equipment and running diagnostics. 

• Pulling case carts. 

• Putting away surgical supplies. 

• Providing dispatch services. 

The ideal future caregiver is someone who: 

• Is always energetic.  

• Continuously stays motivated.  

• Can work independently. 

• Has sharp focus skills. 

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Supports department initiatives to meet productivity standard and flexible staffing needs.
• Demonstrates understanding on proper handling of equipment, instrumentation, chemicals, performs preventative maintenance, observes personal protective equipment standards in decontamination process.
• Scans, sorts, inspects and assembles instruments by instrument list, wraps and labels as documented in procedure.
• Monitors and controls the issue of supplies and equipment.
• Performs record keeping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• HS diploma or equivalent GED required.

Certifications:

• If hired after 1/1/2018 Sterile Processing Distribution certification(CRST) by IAHCSMM or CBSPD  required within 2 years following completing  new hire period.

Complexity of Work:

• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Work Experience:

• One  year health care experience or similar background in mechanical/manufacturing assembly preferred.
• Military experience such as a Hospital Corpsmen (HM), Machinery Repairman (MR), Aircraft Maintenance Technician (2A3X3), Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A), Small Arms Repairer (91F) or similar will be considered.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds and ability to push, pull and navigate supply carts weighing >than 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.