Central Services Technician
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Central Services Technician
Job ID: REF39040F
Area of Interest: Nursing Support
Location: Glen Burnie,MD US
Hours of Work: Mon-Fri, 11p-730a, Rotating weekends and holidays
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Night
- Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.
General Summary
Under moderate supervision, the Central Services Technician is a multi-skilled individual who provides a wide variety of tasks/ procedures related to Instrument and Set processing for the Operating Rooms and the Hospital. They also provide support to the Clinical Units with limited supply management.
Mission
The mission of Baltimore Washington Medical Center is to provide the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to manager of Central Services Department.
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred with some knowledge of medical terminology and supplies. Good communication skills and manual dexterity is required. Must pass pre-employment physical by Occupational Health Physician.
Working Conditions
Works inside a clean, well-lighted environment. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observation of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. Possible exposure to toxic chemicals, gas fumes, and infectious material. Standing and walking most of the time on duty. Lifting over twenty-five (25) pounds of instrument trays, equipment and supplies. Pushing and pulling of carts. Reaching, handling and fingering of instruments and supplies. Talking and hearing to converse with Staff Members and requesting personnel. Hearing to differentiate sounds of various equipment alarms. Near visual acuity for accurate reading of tray lists, instrument inspection, pressure gauges, recording charts and graphs, package inspection and expiration dating labels, and color vision to detect signal lights, biological monitor color changes and instrument set coding. OSHA-3.
Physical Requirements
Frequency Weight Handled
Walking F 10 – 20 lbs.
Standing F
Sitting O
Bending O
Ascending/Descending O Less than 10 lbs.
Stairs and Reaching O
Lifting F 20 – 35 lbs.
Carrying F 10 – 20 lbs.
Pushing/Pulling O 20 – 35 lbs.
Frequency Per Workday Weight Handled
Occasional = 0 – 3 hours Less than 10 lbs.
Frequent = 3 – 5 hours 10 – 20 lbs.
Constant = 5 – 8 hours 20 – 35 lbs.
35 – 50 lbs.
50 – 75 lbs.
75 – 100 lbs.
Greater than 100 lbs.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $17.00-$21.60
- Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differentials
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