Central Sterile Technician III- Irvine Sterile Processing- FT, Day Shift

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Central Sterile Tech assists with overseeing the daily operations of the department. Incumbent is also responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department throughout the hospital and outlying clinics. Will also perform charging, billing and logging of service as well as patient charges for the OR. Performs daily biological testing. Participates on special projects and departmental and medical center-wide performance improvement projects as requested.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited school of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology or 18 months relevant Sterile Processing experience
Minimum of 2 years central sterile technician experience supporting complex surgical and clinical services in similar setting or combination of required certification and relevant experience, training, and demonstrated skills.
Knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques and medical terminology
Current full CRCST or CSPDT certification. Must maintain certification by taking CEUs and renewing certification.
Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience working in a fast paced healthcare environment

Responsibilities

Overseeing the daily operations of the department
Decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment
Performing charging, billing and logging of service as well as patient charges for the OR
Performing daily biological testing
Participating on special projects and departmental and medical center-wide performance improvement projects