CS Aide - Central Sterile - Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
Mercy Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA
Permanent
Full-time
13 days ago
SummaryThis position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by assisting with several aspects of reprocessing reusable medical devices. Some aspects would include transporting, cleaning, inspecting, and packaging reusable instrumentation. This position requires a candidate with high integrity and the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Will also require clear communication, attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly to changing tasks will be required.? Central Sterile is a service department that supports areas with varied schedules. While rare, it may be required to work hours outside of your regularly scheduled shift.Job DutiesTransports, cleans, and packagages reusable medical devices (e.g. scopes, surgical instruments, probes, containers).Understands reprocessing concepts and workflow.Transports both dirty and clean instruments to/from end user areas.Packages instruments.Cleans reusable instrumentation.Completes initial and annual competencies as required by the department.Attends mandatory staff meetings and in-services.Assists vendors with loaner trays as necessary.Provides coverage across all Mercy sites of care as required by the department.General understanding of processes and department workflow.Learns/Utilizes wrapping methods and packaging processes for instrumentation.Follows policy and procedures set forth by the department and organization.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust read, write, speak, and comprehend English fluently.Perform simple math.Able to work with frequent interruptions and handle multiple tasks.Have excellend customer service skills and be a team player.Professional ExperiencePrefer candidate with professional work experience..Medical background preferred.EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.Physical Demand RequirementsMedium: Exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently
