CS SPD Certified Technician

As a CS SPD Certified Technician at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, your primary responsibilities include ensuring safe and efficient practices for decontaminating, assembling, wrapping, and sterilizing all reprocessed instruments. You will manage instrument distribution and case care, perform recordkeeping functions, and ensure the availability of case carts for surgical procedures.

To become a CS SPD Certified Technician at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, you need at least a high school diploma or GED, along with a Sterile Processing Distribution/Central Service Technician certification (CRST) from IAHCSMM or CBSPD. Having one year of experience in sterile processing can enhance your application.

As a CS SPD Certified Technician at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, you will receive extensive training on the latest sterilization techniques and processing equipment, ensuring you are well-prepared to excel in your role and contribute to high-quality patient care.

The working hours for a CS SPD Certified Technician at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital are during the night shift, from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. This schedule allows our team to ensure that all surgical and clinical procedures are well stocked and ready for the next day.

Yes! The CS SPD Certified Technician position at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified candidates ready to join our exceptional healthcare team.

When answering this question, focus on specific techniques and processes you are familiar with. Discuss how you ensure compliance with safety and quality standards and provide examples of situations where your skills positively impacted patient care.

Discuss your strategies for prioritizing tasks and staying organized when handling multiple case pulls. Emphasize your ability to work efficiently under pressure while ensuring that all necessary instruments are ready on time.

Highlight the importance of decontamination, sterilization, and accurate documentation. Explain how these responsibilities directly contribute to patient safety and successful surgical outcomes, and provide examples from your experience.

Talk about the systems you use for inventory management, such as tracking usage patterns and performing regular audits. Describe your proactive approach to ordering supplies and ensuring stock availability without overstocking.

Share an example of a challenge you faced, explaining the steps you took to resolve the issue. Emphasize your problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under pressure, ensuring that patient care remains the top priority.

Explain the significance of quality assurance protocols in the sterile processing department. Discuss methods for monitoring processes, identifying areas for improvement, and adhering to standards that ensure the safety and effectiveness of medical instruments.

Share your approach to onboarding and mentorship, emphasizing hands-on training and clear communication. Discuss the importance of creating a supportive learning environment and providing continuous guidance as they become familiar with policies and practices.

Detail your time management approach and give specific examples of how you prioritize urgent tasks without compromising quality. Mention any tools or techniques you use to keep track of responsibilities and deadlines in a busy sterile processing department.

Outline the specific types of records that are essential to maintain, such as sterilization logs and inventory records. Discuss how you ensure accuracy and confidentiality while adhering to regulatory standards.

Share your passion for patient care and your admiration for the Cleveland Clinic Health System’s commitment to excellence. Discuss how this position aligns with your career goals and values, emphasizing your eagerness to contribute to the team.