Sterile Processing Tech 2-3rd shift-VCCOC-$5000 Sign on Bonus

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Provides a continuous flow of sterile and reusable supplies, equipment, and surgical instrumentation to hospital areas. Work includes centralized collection, inspection, decontamination, assembly, preparation, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring, with occasional guidance. Services are performed in accordance with regulatory guidelines and designated hospital policies and procedures. The position works Monday through Friday from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and is part of CSP VCCOC (3rd).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Less than one year of relevant work experience.
Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician through the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, or as a Certified Sterile Processing Technician through The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc.
Knowledge of environmental sterility and safety, surgical equipment, equipment operation and maintenance, inventory control, quality assurance, manufacturer instructions for use, and sterile processing regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
Receive and inventory departmental supplies, instrumentation, and equipment.
Receive, clean, and decontaminate instrumentation and equipment according to manufacturer instructions for use (MIFU) and departmental policies.
Scan and assemble instrumentation according to prescribed procedures and techniques.
Prepare instrumentation and equipment for sterilization according to recommended procedures and techniques.
Perform, document, and monitor quality control tools.
Operate departmental equipment safely and effectively.
Apply knowledge of surgical equipment performance criteria, capabilities, and limitations; conduct remedial and preventive maintenance as appropriate.
Perform equipment qualification testing and care and handling techniques for containment devices.
Read, interpret, and apply manufacturer instructions for use and relevant sterile processing regulations and standards.
Provide guidance to entry-level coworkers.
Communicate and collaborate with colleagues, provide compassionate service and accurate support, meet safety and regulatory requirements, manage resources responsibly, apply technology, and adapt to operational changes.