HLD Technician Asst

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority in Richmond, VA seeks a High Level Disinfection Technician Assistant under supervision to assist with decontamination and high-level disinfection of instruments and equipment, ensuring supplies are ready for case carts and maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA.

Responsibilities include rotating shifts as needed, observing safety standards, and supporting Disinfection Technicians.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification must be achieved within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with decontamination and sterilization of all instruments and equipment according to procedures.
• Maintains inventory and par levels of all instruments and supplies.
• Follows OSHA and TJC guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under the supervision of a manager or supervisor, the High Level Disinfection Technician Assistant assists with a variety of indirect patient care activities. This job assists High Level Disinfection Technicians with decontamination and high level disinfection (HLD) of instruments and equipment. This job ensures all necessary instruments and supplies are prepared and ready for assembly on case carts. This job observes strict patient confidentiality following all HIPAA rules and regulations. This job also maintains a clean and safe environment.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

Current GI/Endoscope certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or must be achieved within 24 months of hire.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

Maintaining CBSPD

Experience REQUIRED:

N/A

Experience PREFERRED:

Previous work experience as a High Level Disinfection, Sterile Processing Technician or healthcare related position.

Education/training REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Education/training PREFERRED:

• Immediately after employment: Completion with a passing grade of the VCUHS on-line course for reprocessing of flexible endoscopes.
• Immediately after employment: Completion of International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) certification preparation course.

Independent action(s) required:

• Assists with decontamination and sterilization of all instruments and equipment according to procedures.
• Maintains inventory and par levels of all instruments and supplies.
• Follows OSHA and TJC guidelines.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

N/A

Additional position requirements:

• Depending on the area assigned, technicians are expected to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific manager.
• Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations if applicable, and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or in the best interest of the work unit.

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.

Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Grade Ranges:

• High Level Disinfection Technician Assistant: $15.69 - $23.53
• High Level Disinfection Technician: $18.00 - $26.39
• High Level Disinfection Technician Senior: $20.05 - $28.51

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

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