Sterile Processing Technician

University Hospitals

Position Details

Full Time
Multiple Shifts available
Day Shift weekday training to start required regardless of shift
Competitive hourly rate + $2.00 per hour incentive pay
Free parking

Certification assistance available for non-certified hires!

For full time positions, University Hospitals is offering a $3,000 sign on bonus to external applicants that are non-certified, but have a minimum of 6 months of working experience. A $5,000 sign on bonus is being offered to external applicants who are certified in sterile processing.

A Brief Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.

What You Will Do

Performs decontamination procedure
Prepares reusable patient care items for sterilization
Sterilization using appropriate sterilization methods
Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies
Participates as a productive member of the O.R. processing team
Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers
Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications:
Education

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Graduate of a Sterile Processing program (Preferred)

Work Experience

Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and assembly, inventory or distribution experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Basic medical terminology (Preferred proficiency)
Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. (Required proficiency)
Good manual dexterity. (Required proficiency)
Attention to details. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Certification through CBSPD or HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM) is preferred.
In support of UH's organizational goal to maintain a highly qualified sterile processing workforce, non-certified Sterile Processing Technicians are expected to actively pursue certification within one year of hire and maintain certification once obtained. UH supports certification attainment by providing educational resources, certification preparation assistance, and reimbursement for certification exam fees in accordance with organizational guidelines.

Physical Demands

Standing Constantly
Walking Constantly
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Constantly up to 50 lbs
Carrying Constantly up to 50 lbs
Pushing Constantly up to 50 lbs
Pulling Constantly up to 50 lbs
Climbing Constantly up to 50 lbs
Balancing Constantly
Stooping Constantly
Kneeling Constantly
Crouching Constantly
Crawling Constantly
Reaching Constantly
Handling Constantly
Grasping Constantly
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Frequently
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

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