Instrument Processing Tech - Ambulatory Float

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,000 sign-on bonus (non-certified)

$5,000 sign-on bonus (certified in SPT

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking an Instrument Processing Tech - Ambulatory Float to perform QA/maintenance on processing equipment, manage inventory, and ensure compliant sterilization and distribution of reusable devices. This traveling role supports UH locations and adheres to PHI requirements.

The ideal candidate has a GED, experience in instrument processing, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage records and collaborate across departments.

Qualifications

• High School Equivalent / GED is required.
• Previous instrument processing experience is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality assurance checks and maintenance for automated processing equipment and documents in tracking logs.
• Maintains inventory volumes, expiration dates and orders supplies.
• Maintains accurate logs for processing room requirements and adheres to policies.
• Identifies single-use equipment or damage and communicates with service line.
• Performs leak testing and decontamination; prepares equipment for HL disinfection or sterilization.
• Sorts, labels, packages and inventories reusable equipment for distribution and charge back totals.
• Participates as a team player and supports Ambulatory Safety meetings.
• Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Independent work management

Collaborative with departments

Detail-oriented

Team-based approach

Education

High School Equivalent / GED

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description - Instrument Processing Tech - Ambulatory Float (26000762)

Instrument Processing Tech - Ambulatory Float - ( 26000762 )

• Full Time
• Day Shift

Locations: This is a traveling position that could require working throughout UH's different locations

Certification assistance available for non-certified hires!

For full time positions ,University Hospitals is offering a $3,000 sign on bonus to external applicants that are non-certified, but have a minimum of 6 months of working experience. A $5,000 sign on bonus is being offered to external applicants who are certified in sterile processing.

A Brief Overview

The Instrument Processing Technician role is responsible for performing quality assurance/maintenance for all automated processing equipment, ordering supplies, maintaining inventory volumes/expirations dates, receiving, sorting, decontaminating, sterilizing or high level disinfecting, labeling, packaging, preparing reusable medical devices for distribution, and tracking required/related data.

What You Will Do

• Performs quality assurance checks and maintenance for automated processing equipment as well as daily documentation in associated tracking logs.
• Maintains inventory volumes, expiration dates and orders supplies in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Maintains accurate logs for all related processing room requirements.
• Adheres to UH policies, UH HLD SOP, UH guidelines and national standards for processing.
• Identifies single-use equipment or equipment damage, pulls from circulation for use and communicates with service line.
• Performs leak testing and decontamination procedure including manual cleaning verifications.
• Prepares reusable equipment for high level disinfection or sterilization.
• Performs sterilization or high level disinfection according to manufacturer IFUs, national standards and UH policy.
• Sorts, labels, packages and inventories reusable equipment for distribution and charge back totals.
• Participates as a productive member of Ambulatory Safety by attending meetings and supporting the department by being a team player.
• Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Work Experience

• Previous experience in instrument processing. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. (Required proficiency)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and maintain accurate records. (Required proficiency)
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various departments, leaders and staff. (Required proficiency)
• Strong demonstrated ability for detail-oriented work, organization and task completion. (Required proficiency)
• Experience with Power-point, Word and Excel for database management applications. (Preferred proficiency)
• Demonstrated team-based approach in daily work. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) (Required within 2 Years) or
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) (Required within 2 Years)