Hospital Central Services Technician 2

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center - Northwest is seeking a Hospital Central Services Technician 2 to support OR and Endoscopy operations. You will assemble instrument trays, inspect equipment, wrap and sterilize, maintain clean work areas, and inventory supplies.

You will coordinate with MDs, RNs, and support staff, adhere to safety and sterility standards, and contribute to timely patient care. This is a first shift, full-time role at UWMC Northwest.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and two years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble instrument procedure trays, packs, case carts, and kits according to the prescribed manner using content lists.
• Inspect and tests equipment for function and/or damage; assure good working order.
• Wrap packages of linens, procedure trays, instruments and equipment for sterilization; heat seals; choose the appropriate sterilization process for items and applies the correct sterilization chemical indicator and tape.
• Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition; maintain safety and sterility standards.
• Clean shelves, floors, furniture; disinfect and make bed; empty and replace trash and linen bags.
• Store, maintain, and inventory supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate and collaborate effectively with other members of a multi-disciplinary team, including MDs, RNs, and other medical support personnel.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment

Job description

**UW Medical Center - Northwest Central Processing** has an outstanding opportunity for an **Hospital Central Services Technician 2.****WORK SCHEDULE*** 40 hours per week**POSITION HIGHLIGHTS*** Disassemble, clean, disinfect, sterilize, assemble, and store equipment and supplies used in the Operating Room or Endoscopy.**PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assemble instrument procedure trays, packs, case carts, and kits according to the prescribed manner using content lists* Inspect and tests equipment for function and/or damage; assures good working order* Wrap packages of linens, procedure trays, instruments and equipment for sterilization; heat seals; choose the appropriate sterilization process for items and applies the correct sterilization chemical indicator and tape* Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition; maintain safety and sterility standards. Clean shelves, floors, furniture; disinfect and make bed; empty and replace trash and linen bags* Store, maintain, and inventory supplies and equipment* Coordinate and collaborate effectively with other members of a multi-disciplinary team, including MDs, RNs, and other medical support personnel**REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:*** High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment.* Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.**ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST**UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring **Northwest Outpatient Medical Center** and **Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.****Compensation, Benefits and Position Details****Pay Range Minimum:**$27.95 hourly**Pay Range Maximum:**$40.64 hourly**Other Compensation:**-**Benefits:**For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/**Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)**Temporary or Regular?**This is a regular position**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**100.00%**Union/Bargaining Unit:**SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance