Sterile Processing Technician - All Shifts (Full Time) Sign on bonus may be available

$3,000 sign on bonus available to qualified candidates with one year work commitment. In accordance with UVA policy.

Performs and participates in decontamination cleaningassembling packaging scanning sterilization storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

• Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization).
• Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad).
• Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer).
• Distributes all sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or through case cart requisitions.
• Operates the departmental bar code system to maintain records for surgical trays and instruments received processed and distributed (SPM Tracking System).
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Position Compensation Range: $16.31 - $25.28 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
Experience: 1 year or relevant experience preferred
Licensure: : Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through IAHCSMM OR certification as CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD preferred within 12 months of hire or transfer. Team members who receive certification will be eligible for promotion into a Certified Sterile Processing Technician position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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