Sterile Processing Technician 2-VUH-$5000 Sign on Bonus

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a leading institution in Nashville, Tennessee, dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research. VUMC fosters a community where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged, aiming for an environment where everyone can thrive and their uniqueness is celebrated. The organization is committed to a mission that goes beyond individual roles, instilling pride and a drive for continuous improvement. The CSP Endo Techs department is responsible for ensuring a continuous flow of sterile/reusable supplies, equipment, and surgical instrumentation. This involves centralized collection, inspection, decontamination, assembly, preparation, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring of these items, adhering to regulatory guidelines and hospital policies.

Requirements

1 year of relevant work experience
High School Diploma or GED
Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
Certified Sterile Processing Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc

Nice To Haves

Environmental Sterility & Safety (Intermediate)
Surgical Equipment Knowledge (Intermediate)
Equipment Operation and Maintenance (Intermediate)
Inventory Control (Intermediate)
Quality Assurance (Intermediate)
Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Responsibilities

Maintains work environment in a safe, clean, orderly manner.
Receives and inventories departmental supplies, instrumentation and equipment.
Receives, cleans and decontaminates instrumentation and equipment according to MIFU and departmental policies.
Scans instrumentation and assembles, according to prescribed procedures and techniques.
Prepares instrumentation and equipment according to recommended procedures and techniques in preparation for sterilization.
Performs, documents and monitors all quality control tools.
Operates all departmental equipment safely and effectively.