Job Summary:  Responsible for cleaning, assembling and sterilizing all instruments and equipment for all areas of Anderson Surgery and Treatment Center.  Responsible for supply management and cleaning of the areas that they work in. 

Service and Quality Standards:

1. Service

Is Customer focused

            Anticipates customer needs

            Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

            Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

            Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

                        to customers and coworkers

1. People

Is conversation conscious

            Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

            Promotes a harassment free environment

            Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with Anderson Surgery Center policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct and identifies any conflicts of interest

1. Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

            Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

            Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

            Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

            Supports performance improvement

            Seeks ways to improve systems and services

            Shows commitment to improvement efforts

            Meets mandatory educational requirements

1. Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

            Demonstrates commitment to Anderson Healthcare’s mission and vision

Is active and involved

            Supports Anderson Surgery Center initiatives

            Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

            Fosters team cooperation

1. Finance

Is a good steward of Anderson Surgery Center resources

            Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

            Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates knowledge in clinical care and procedures in the responsible department.
2. Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, assembling and sterilizing all instruments and equipment for all patient care areas of Anderson Surgery and Treatment Center.
3. Retrieve all supplies and equipment as needed from patient care areas and return to Sterile Processing.
4. Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment in the department according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
5. Maintains records of all sterilization of instrumentation and processing of endoscopes.
6. Shares knowledge and skills with departmental staff and others, acting as a role model/mentor.
7. Effectively communicates, both written and verbal, with co-workers.
8. Receives and maintains supplies within the surgery center.
9. Cleans the department as needed. 
10. Other duties may be assigned by the Sterile Processing Lead or Surgery Center Director as necessary to facilitate the functions of Anderson Surgery Center. Work hours or shifts may be changed as necessary in order to provide adequate staffing for the department.

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

            Education Level:                   High School diploma or equivalent required

Certification/Licensure:       Certification Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required within one year of hire.

Experience Requirements:  Sterile Processing experience preferred

Working Conditions: Exposure Category #1 – Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Physical Activity:

                                                                                    NA       0-25%      26-75%     76-100%

Lift/Carry                                                                                                    X

Push/Pull                                                                                                    X

Reach Overhead                                                                                       X

Climb                                                                                          X

Squat/Bend/Kneel                                                                     X

Sit                                                                                                              X

Stand                                                                                                                             X

Walk/Move About                                                                                                         X

The most significant duties have been included in this description.  Other duties may be assigned and Anderson Surgery Center has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.