STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (CERTIFIED) at The George Washington University Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital. GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.

GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in two specialty areas, Neurology and Neuroscience.

In addition, GW Hospital receiving “High Performing” designations for the following 10 procedures: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostrate Cander Surgery and Stroke.  

Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing" is a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average. GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023. *GW Hospital is the only hospital in Washington, D.C., to be recognized for this service line. 

"At GW Hospital, we are proud to offer a range of advanced services and treatments. Our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical services, research, and education to improve care, quality, and outcomes for our patients," says Ulises Torres, MD, Chief Quality Officer at GW Hospital. "These recognitions by U.S. News & World Report, which place us within the top hospitals in the region, highlight the expertise, commitment and diligence delivered to each patient in our care.”

Children’s National Hospital, GW Hospital’s NICU partner, was recently ranked the number two hospital in the country for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to these recent U.S. News & World Report recognitions, GW Hospital also provides high-quality care in the region through its designation as a Level I Trauma Center and designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. 

The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality of healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research

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Certified Sterile Processing Techinican 

As a Sterile Processing Technician at George Washington University Hospital, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity and safety of surgical instrumentation through the meticulous management of the reprocessing cycle. With a high school diploma or equivalent and certification as a Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through the International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Material Management (IAHCSMM), along with a minimum of 12 months of experience in Sterile Processing, you will ensure that surgical instruments are properly disinfected, sterilized, and prepared for use in surgical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high-level disinfection, and sterilization.
• Care for and operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment used in the sterilization process.
• Complete quality monitoring and documentation to ensure compliance with established standards and protocols.
• Pick supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery, ensuring that all necessary items are included and properly sterilized.
• Perform quality assurance activities, including regular checks of equipment functionality and adherence to sterilization protocols.
• Assist with supply inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels and prevent shortages.
• Participate in clinic instrument rounds to collect, clean, disinfect, and restock instruments as needed.
• Assist with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Technicians to ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
• Perform all duties with a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction.

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive package to support your career growth, well-being, and work-life balance. 

Qualifications  

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through the International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Material Management (IAHCSMM) is required.
• 12 months minimum experience in Sterile Processing.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Demonstrated communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with various applications related to Instrument management (such as Censis, OneSource) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instruments.

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