CST 101 - Introduction to Central Service Technician

Credits: 3

This course explores the central service department in a variety of healthcare environments, exploring the roles and responsibilities of the central service technician in a central service department. The course will relate the use of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology to patient equipment and medical devices. Principles of infection control, safety, quality assurance and inventory management will be discussed, connecting to patient care topics. Participants will also practice oral and written communication and human relations skills throughout the course. The students will learn appropriate documentation and record maintenance for the patient care equipment/medical devices along with relevant departmental and accreditation records.

Theory: 3