Sterile Processing Tech (Dallas)

Sterile Processing TechDepartment: Sterile Process DistributionLocation: Dallas, TXShift: 2:30PM-11:00PM Weds & Thurs & 7:00AM-7:30PM Fri & SatJob Type: On-SiteWhy Children's Health?At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.Summary: Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sterilization, and functioning of equipment and instrumentation.Responsibilities:Responsible for decontamination and cleaning of all equipment and instrumentation; ensures cleanliness and sterility of all instruments.Evaluates functioning of equipment; reports malfunction of equipment and instrumentation and follows through to ensure appropriate repairs are complete and maintenance performed.Accurately assembles instrument sets based on established count sheets; effectively uses materials and supplies to assemble instrument sets and minimize waste.Appropriately prepares and packages single instrument items.Differentiates items that require steam versus gas sterilization.Stores, delivers, and manages sterile supplies using aseptic techniques.Responsible for maintaining a safe environment and work habits.Performs sterilization process duties independently; operates and troubleshoots sterilization equipment.Performs messenger duties as department needs require.Maintains awareness and makes appropriate recommendations of possible process modifications that would enhance department efficiency.Work Experience:At least 1 year Central Sterile Processing experience or Central Sterile Processing training preferredEducation:High school diploma or equivalent requiredLicenses and Certifications:Central Sterile Processing Certification Upon Hire preferredCentral Sterile Processing Certification 1 Year requiredA Place Where You Belong:We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.Holistic Benefits – How We'll Care for You:Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenurePaid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)Caregiver LeaveAdoption and surrogacy reimbursementAs an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.