PRN Sterile Processing Tech – Night/Weekend Shift

adventhealth; Glenoaks Country (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for the 2nd shift with night-weekend PRN scheduling. You will maintain sterilization records, prepare instrument sets, and support the surgical team with timely delivery of sterile instruments.

The role requires CRCST or CSPDT certification, English proficiency, and experience in sterile processing; associate degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required. BLS preferred. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English.
• Knowledge of Sterilization Standards.
• Knowledge of Surgical Instrumentation.
• Knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques and medical terminology.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Successful completion of an accredited school of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of prevention of cross-contamination and the critical nature of nosocomial infections.
• Proficient use of all equipment.
• Ability to adapt to change and work in an environment that requires flexibility and dependability.
• Ability to lead others and work under stress and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate records of sterilization activities and inventory levels.
• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers, and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets, and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs regular quality assurance program audits of peers.
• Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure timely availability of sterilized instruments and equipment.
• Monitors and documents sterilization processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with sterilization equipment and processes.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sterilization processes.
• Trains new staff on sterilization procedures and protocols.
• Ensures proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials.

Skills

English proficiency

Sterilization standards

Surgical instrumentation

Infection control

Computer skills

Sterile processing education

Education

Associate (Preferred)

High School Grad/Equiv (Required)

Technical/Vocational School (Required)

Job description

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for the 2nd shift with night-weekend PRN scheduling. You will maintain sterilization records, prepare instrument sets, and support the surgical team with timely delivery of sterile instruments.

The role requires CRCST or CSPDT certification, English proficiency, and experience in sterile processing; associate degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required. BLS preferred. Equal opportunity employer.