Sterile Processing Technician, Certified (SPT)

Starting Pay - $19.61/hour+ based on years of experience

$3,000.00 sign on bonus may be available for qualified candidates with a one-year work commitment, in accordance with UVA policy.

Independently performs and participates in basics of decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, ordering, receiving, conducting cycle counts, pulling cases for the Operating Room, stocking supplies, instruments and pans, restocking clean cart supplies, expediting supplies to the OR and stocking OMNICELL cabinets with room stock. Cleans Storeroom, keeps stock in order, verifies expiration dates and ensures correct items are stored in their correct locations.

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 (e.g. 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).

Gathers, assembles, and distributes surgical supplies, instruments, 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).

Cleans area and keeps stock in order.
Serves as preceptor in primary work area/assignment.
Performs special projects.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $17.31 - $26.83 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
Experience: 1-2 years of Sterile Processing experience required.
Licensure: Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through HSPA OR CSPDT (Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD .

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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