Central Processing Assistant
About The Position
This role supports the Troy Central Processing unit, which is a direct support unit for surgery at a level 2 trauma center. The unit has 20 operating rooms and 6 procedure rooms, handling approximately 45% total joint and ortho cases, with the remaining 55% comprising General, Colon/Rectal, Urology, Bariatric, Plastic, Spine, Vascular, and ENT surgeries. Daily, the unit produces 450-750 instrument trays and services operating rooms and ancillary units requiring sterile equipment. They utilize high-temperature steam and low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization processes with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure patient safety. Central Processing operates as a team environment, with technicians, coordinators, and support staff collaborating to provide necessary sterile instrumentation for successful surgeries.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- Basic Computer Skills Required
Responsibilities
- Prepares supplies for surgery
- Decontaminates patient care equipment
- Prepares floor trays for sterilization
- Cleans case carts
- Operates washers and ultrasonic cleaners
- Transports instruments to and from surgery
- Assists the department in meeting regulatory compliance
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
