Job Class
NURSING RELATED
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Performs duties in Central Sterile Processing either in Decontam, Instrument Prep or Sterile Issue that relates to cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment to be used in patient care.
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Education
Job related course work beyond high school - Successful completion of Central Sterile Processing Education Program with certificate or proof of completion. OR, graduation from an accredited Surgical Tech training program.
Minimum Experience
No previous experience
Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses
NOT APPLICABLE
Specific Acceptable Credentials (if applicable)
N/A
In lieu of the Above Minimum Requirements
In lieu of the education requirement only, will accept High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in either Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology.
Other Required Experience
1 year of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology - Preferred
Certification as a Central Supply or Central Sterile Processing Tech - Preferred
Experience with Sterrad, Steam and ETO Sterilizers. - Preferred
Knowledge of Decontamination, Assembly, Packaging and Sterilization Procedures. Knowledge of various types of Surgical Instrumentation. - Preferred
As of Jan 2002, any GHS employee working in a sterile processing role is grandfathered from the High School diploma or GED requirement of this job. - Required
Position Posting Category
Clinical Professional/Technical
About Greenville Health System
Greenville, SC
GHS employs over 10,000 people. Our system includes clinically excellent facilities with 1,268 beds on 5 campuses. We offer 7 residency programs, 7 fellowships and a 4-year medical education program: University of South Carolina School of Medicine–Greenville, located on GHS’ Greenville Memorial Medical Campus. We are a designated Level I Emergency Trauma Center and also have a separate research facility.
Greenville, SC is a beautiful place to live and work. Located on the I-85 corridor between Atlanta and Charlotte, it is one of the fastest growing areas in the country. We are ideally situated near beautiful mountains, beaches and lakes. We enjoy a diverse and thriving economy, excellent quality of life, and wonderful cultural and educational opportunities.