Sterile Processing Tech- Split Shift (11a-7:30p)- Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Clarksville, TN

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), located in Nashville, Tennessee, is a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. VUMC is committed to an environment where individuals can thrive, and their expertise is valued. The organization's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. The Sterile Processing Technician works under the supervision of a manager or designee, focusing on maintaining, disinfecting, sterilization, and processing of surgical instruments and supplies. Allied health professions, including this role, are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence and its position as a major referral center in the Mid-South. Vanderbilt Health serves patients throughout Tennessee and the southeast, known for its leadership in medical science and compassionate care. VUMC's vision is to be the world leader in advancing personalized health, with a mission to personalize the patient experience through caring spirit and distinctive capabilities. As the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, VUMC employs over 28,000 people across various roles in inpatient and outpatient clinical care, research, graduate medical education, and critical supporting functions. The health system includes more than 1,700 licensed hospital beds across multiple hospitals and hundreds of outpatient clinics. VUMC offers unique and specialized services such as a Level 1 Trauma Center, a highly experienced Transplant Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and more. Its robust research enterprise is highly ranked nationally, and VUMC hospitals are consistently recognized among the nation's best by US News and World Report.

Requirements

Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
Certified Sterile Processing Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year experience
High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, orderly work area while handling various types of equipment, instruments, and supplies used during surgical procedures.
Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation, equipment and supplies for the OR and other areas as needed.
Keeps accurate quality control records regarding Bowie-Dick Tests, Biologics and individual load records.
Ensures adequate inventory of necessary supplies for Sterile Processing department and orders as needed.
Transports sterile supplies and equipment to other areas of the hospital.
Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies. Documents maintenance and repairs.
Maintains department records, reports and files as required.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs.
Consistently provides accurate and complete hand-off communication to any healthcare provider according to hospital policy.
Attends 80% of all department meetings and required to review and initial all department minutes missed.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.