Central Sterile Tech - PRN

PRN role supporting a regional hospital with state-of-the-art surgical services. Central Sterile Technician (PRN) — per diem schedule at Williamson Medical Center, Franklin, TN. Ambulatory surgery setting supporting perioperative teams; PRN (as-needed) contract. - High school diploma and prior CSR/sterile processing experience - Familiarity with Sterrad, Amsco autoclaves, cube washer and surgical instrument sets - Ability to stand up to 12-hour shifts, lift/transport up to 250 lbs, push/pull to 175 lbs - Able to work overtime/late shifts and communicate in English

Summary

ABOUT WILLIAMSON HEALTH | Williamson Health is a regional healthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee, with more than 2,300 employees across more than 30 locations and more than 860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offering exceptional healthcare across 60-plus specialties and subspecialties close to home. The flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, which recently opened its new Boyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensive women's services, state-of-the-art cardiology services, advanced surgical technologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edge orthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, and distinct comprehensive emergency and inpatient services for both adult and pediatric patients. Other Williamson Health service providers include the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Health physician practices that are strategically located throughout the community, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18 rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiple joint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our many specialized services at WilliamsonHealth.org.

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We're committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
o Medical, Dental, Vision
o PTO
o Retirement Matching
o Tuition reimbursement
o Discount programs
o FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
o Identity Theft Protection
o Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides equipment and supplies needed for ambulatory surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:
1. High school graduate.
2. Previous CSR experience

Workplace Experience:
Perioperative Care in an Ambulatory Surgery Environment

Equipment and Skills Training:
The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following CSR specialties: Surgical equipment, instruments and trays; Johnson & Johnson Sterrad Unit, Cube Washer, Amsco Flash Autoclave, Amsco Steam Sterilizer; Network computer system

Physical Environment:
An Ambulatory Surgical facility with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age. Environmental conditions include possible exposure to anesthetics, radiation, and infectious disease entities.

Physical Effort:

1. Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
2. Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
3. Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
4. Requires the ability to lift, position, and transport with assistance up to 250 lbs.
5. Able to work overtime/late shifts as required by the center

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

1. Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
2. Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
3. Cleans supplies/equipment according to decontamination policies and procedures.
4. Assembles equipment according to established standards.
5. Sterilizes equipment according to policies and procedures.
6. Maintains quality checks of equipment according to policies and procedures.
7. Assists with control of the CSR environment, maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to sanitation policies.
8. Return equipment and supplies to proper place. Prepares OR rooms for next case if needed.
9. Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously.
10. Maintain position specific qualification
11. Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
12. Participates in operational activities such as quality improvement