Senior Sterile Processing Technician

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work env.

Comprehensive education and training

Competitive compensation & generous PT

Medical, dental, vision, Rx plans

401(K) with company match

Career opportunities within VHS and UH

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. operates VHS facilities in Las Vegas.

The Sterile Processing Technician role focuses on sterile instrument reprocessing, disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, and high-level disinfection for the surgery schedule. The position requires CRCST certification and at least 12 months of sterile processing experience, with proficiency in English and familiarity with instrument management systems.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in spoken and written English.
• License/Certification: CRCST certification required.
• Other: Experience with instrument management systems (Censis, OneSource) and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization.
• Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment.
• Completes quality monitoring and documentation.
• Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery.
• Performs quality assurance activities.
• Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds.
• Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs.
• Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

Censis

OneSource

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. operates VHS facilities in Las Vegas.

The Sterile Processing Technician role focuses on sterile instrument reprocessing, disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, and high-level disinfection for the surgery schedule. The position requires CRCST certification and at least 12 months of sterile processing experience, with proficiency in English and familiarity with instrument management systems.