Sterile Processing Technician 2-1st 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. 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 is in the CSP Endo Techs organization. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, one year of experience, and one of the listed sterile-processing certifications. A relocation bonus of up to $10,000 may be available within 45 days of hire, based on relocation mileage, 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. The posting also identifies a $5,000 sign-on bonus in the job title.
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.
- Knowledge of manufacturer instructions for use and the regulations and standards governing sterile-processing functions and operations.
- Ability to perform inventory control and care and handling techniques that preserve the longevity and sterility of containment devices.
- Ability to operate, maintain, and perform qualification testing on equipment, and to use equipment knowledge to complete basic device-related tasks.
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 regulatory guidelines and hospital policies and procedures to sterile-processing work.
- Provide guidance to entry-level coworkers.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
- Up to $10,000 relocation bonus for eligible candidates relocating from more than 100 miles away.
- $5,000 sign-on bonus mentioned in the job title.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
