SPD Technician Certified

Job Title: SPD Technician Certified

Location: Community Medical Center

Department Name: Central Sterile Supply

Req #: 0000256322

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $23.85 - $29.52 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Processing Technician is responsible for the daily activities of the Central Sterile Processing Department, which includes all aspects of the decontamination and sterilization processes.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Maintains current SPD Technician Certification per state regulations
• Maintains membership with a recognized Central Sterile Association
• Successful completion of site personnel general orientation
• Successful completion of department specific orientation

Scheduling Requirements

• FT
• Evening Shift

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates the ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload
• Demonstrates understanding of ethylene oxide sterilization process in ensuring that sterility is achieved and determines that items are safe to handle and use
• Follows proper safety and infection control procedures and maintains a safe work environment
• Identifies criteria for selecting method of disinfection and/or sterilization by following manufacturer s recommendations
• Maintains the appropriate working condition of equipment utilized in direct patient care
• Reviews sterilizer performance tests and completes required documentation

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dent and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.