Sterile Processing Technician II - Faculty Practice Plan
About The Position
This position leads and oversees the work of sterile processing in the clinical ambulatory care setting. Performs a variety of sterile processing functions, which include the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of instrumentation to the clinical exam and procedure rooms. Required to maintain and control both sterile and non-sterile supplies and identifies and remediates equipment and process failures and hazards while maintaining appropriate and complete records. Supports high level disinfection procedures. Serves as primary resource for others and works as a high functioning member of a clinical team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
- Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Nice To Haves
- Detail-Oriented
- Interpersonal Communication
- Manual Dexterity
- Sterilizing Equipment
- Teamwork
- Technology Training
- Vigilant
- Working Independently
Responsibilities
- Disassembles, inspects, cleans, tests functionality and assembles instrumentation and power equipment according to the instruction for use and industry standards.
- Follows proper techniques and procedures to ensure the integrity of the sterilization process.
- Utilizes and troubleshoots steam and low temperature sterilizers.
- Promptly notifying supervisor of priority needs, malfunctions or needed repairs.
- Maintains proper records/documentation of sterile processing, inventory, usage, and damage reports, all essential for infection prevention compliance.
- Manages EH&S inspections of sterile processes.
- Collaborates with leadership in the planning, operation, and training for the sterile processing function.
- Oversees, coordinates and assigns duties.
- Makes recommendations for improvement in the quality of service.
- Coordinates the maintenance of space, equipment, and supplies.
- Trains others in the proper processing and handling of instruments and scopes.
Benefits
- Up to 22 days of vacation
- 10 recognized holidays
- Sick time
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
- Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
- Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%
- Wellness challenges
- Annual health screenings
- Mental health resources
- Mindfulness programs and courses
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Financial resources
- Access to dietitians
- 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
- Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs
- Adult care resources
- Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
