Hospital Central Services Technician 2

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician 2 at Harborview Medical Center's Central Processing Unit to ensure instrument readiness for surgeries and to uphold the CPU's standards of sterility.

You'll decontaminate, process, sterilize and assemble complex instrument arrangements, test equipment, load autoclaves, manage inventories, and support case carts and patient care areas in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and one to two years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and transport soiled instruments, case carts, basins, respiratory items, and patient equipment from all patient care areas to the decontamination area for reprocessing.
• Assemble and set up patient equipment such as IV pumps, vacuum regulators (wall suction), chest pumps, hyper/hypothermia units; test and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Load and operate semi‑automatic cart washer to clean case carts, utility carts, patient chairs, etc.
• Perform sterilizer function tests using vacuum, chemical and biological indicators.
• Load autoclave carts and sterilize surgical instrument sets and respiratory equipment.
• Inventory shelves of processed items; rotate trays and products; manage expiration dates.
• Load and unload linen carts for steam sterilization.
• Decontaminate all soiled instruments according to Procedure and Policy standards.
• Inspect, test, and assemble pallets based on the guidelines.
• Scan, document, and label for inspection, testing, and assembly.

Skills

Experience processing surgical instru

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Title: Sterile Processing Technician 2 (Hospital Central Services Technician 2)

Location: Harborview Medical Center – Central Processing

Work Schedule

Full‑time and part‑time. Day, Evening, and Night shifts available.

Position Highlights

Support Harborview’s surgical services / operating rooms by decontaminating, processing, sterilizing, and assembling complex surgical instrument arrangements.

Department Description

Harborview’s Central Processing Unit manages the entire workflow of sterile instruments in the medical center and its supported clinics. The CPU is tasked with standardizing and consolidating the processes used to ensure the highest levels of sterility and cleanliness are being met for our patients. Utilizing the latest techniques and applying breakthrough technologies, the CPU provides unparalleled support to the Harborview mission of Patients Are First.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Pick up and transport soiled instruments, case carts, basins, respiratory items, and patient equipment from all patient care areas to the decontamination area for reprocessing.
• Assemble and set up patient equipment such as IV pumps, vacuum regulators (wall suction), chest pumps, hyper/hypothermia units; test and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Load and operate semi‑automatic cart washer to clean case carts, utility carts, patient chairs, etc.
• Perform sterilizer function tests using vacuum, chemical and biological indicators.
• Load autoclave carts and sterilize surgical instrument sets and respiratory equipment.
• Inventory shelves of processed items; rotate trays and products; manage expiration dates.
• Load and unload linen carts for steam sterilization.
• Decontaminate all soiled instruments according to Procedure and Policy standards.
• Inspect, test, and assemble pallets based on the guidelines.
• Scan, document, and label for inspection, testing, and assembly.

Required Position Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and one to two years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Compensation, Benefits, and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $28.00 hourly

Pay Range Maximum: $40.05 hourly

Benefits: Other compensation information available at https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?: Regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.