High Level Disinfection Technician - Days

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority is seeking a High Level Disinfection Technician to support sterile processing in our facilities in Richmond, VA. Under supervision you will clean and high-level disinfect medical devices, maintain documentation, and follow HIPAA guidelines while ensuring patient safety.

You will work with automated endoscope processors (AERs), chemical indicators, and a variety of devices across models; the role requires adherence to universal precautions, safety standards, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Immediately after employment: completion with a passing grade of VCUHS on-line course for reprocessing of flexible endoscopes.
• Current GI/Endoscope certification from CBSPD or HSPA is required.
• At least one year of prior High Level Disinfection experience.
• Two to Three years of prior High Level Disinfection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, high level disinfects (HLD) equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment used in high-level disinfection rooms including AERs, flushing devices, leak testing devices and drying cabinets.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disinfectants and proper usage.
• Follows universal precautions and safety measures including PPE.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.
• Validates sterilization by reading and documenting indicators.
• Stores items per standards and rotates stock as needed.
• Tracks devices, supplies, and equipment with automated system and fills routine orders.
• Maintains documentation for devices and equipment used in HLD rooms.

Skills

High Level Disinfection

Endoscope processing

Equipment handling

Universal precautions

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CBSPD/HSPA certification

Tools

Automated endoscope processors (AERs)

Leak testing devices

Drying cabinets

Biological/chemical indicators

Job description

The High Level Disinfection Technician, under the supervision of a manager or supervisor, performs a variety of indirect patient care activities. This may include cleaning and high-level disinfection (HLD) of medical devices and equipment. Must be fully competent on all medical devices requiring high level disinfection which includes upwards of over 1,000 devices across over 100 different models. The High Level Disinfection Technician will ensure devices are cleaned and disinfected following the appropriate cleaning process which varies according to manufacturer and/or medical device. This job observes strict patient confidentiality following all HIPAA rules and regulations and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.

Essential Job Statements

• Decontaminates, high level disinfects (HLD) equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment used in the high-level disinfection rooms to include flushing devices, automated endoscope processors (AERs), leak testing devices and drying cabinets.
• Demonstrates knowledge of chemical disinfectants and proper usage.
• Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and appropriate safety measures to include personal protective equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.
• Ensures presence of all required biological and chemical indicators and validates the sterilization process by reading, interpreting and documenting all indicator results.
• Follows manufacturers' recommendation for correct sterilization and high-level disinfection methods and parameters which includes upwards of over 1,000 devices with over 100 different models.
• Adheres to the established policies addressing the confidentiality of patient information.
• Stores all items according to established standards.
• Rotates stock as necessary to ensure timely usage of items.
• Demonstrates the ability to track medical devices, supplies, and equipment with automated tracking system and to fill out routine orders for all service areas (if applicable).
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or participates in special projects in order to support the mission of VCUHS and the Department. Assists team members. Accepts alternate assignments, as required, graciously.
• Maintains all required documentation for the medical devices and the equipment that is used in the HLD rooms.

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position.

Employment Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Immediately after employment: Completion with a passing grade of the VCUHS on-line course for reprocessing of flexible endoscopes.

Licensure/Certification Required: Current GI/Endoscope certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

Licensure/Certification Preferred: N/A

Years and Type of Required Experience

At least one year of prior High Level Disinfection experience

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred

Two to Three years of prior High Level Disinfection experience preferred

Physical Requirements

(includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

• Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged sitting, Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Frequent and intense customer interactions

Compensation Ranges

• High Level Disinfection Technician: $18.00 - $26.39
• High Level Disinfection Technician Senior: $20.50 - $28.51

Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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