Sterile Processing Technician 2-2nd shift- VUH-$5000 Sign on Bonus
About The Position
Provides a continuous flow of sterile and reusable supplies, equipment, and surgical instrumentation to hospital areas. The work includes centralized collection, inspection, decontamination, assembly, preparation, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring, performed with occasional guidance and in accordance with regulatory guidelines and hospital policies and procedures. The role maintains a safe, clean, and orderly work environment; receives and inventories supplies, instrumentation, and equipment; cleans and decontaminates items according to Manufacturer Instructions for Use (MIFU) and departmental policies; scans and assembles instrumentation; prepares items for sterilization; performs and documents quality-control activities; and operates departmental equipment safely and effectively. The position is scheduled from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
- Receive and inventory departmental supplies, instrumentation, and equipment.
- Clean and decontaminate instrumentation and equipment according to 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.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
- Up to $10,000 taxable relocation bonus within 45 days of hire for eligible candidates relocating from more than 100 miles away. Current VUMC staff and former staff who worked for VUMC within the past year are not eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
