Sterile Processing Attendant (Sat-Sun 8A-6:30P)

Wregional; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Fayetteville seeks a part-time Sterile Processing Attendant. This role involves cleaning and disinfecting the Sterile Processing department and requires a High School Diploma and BLS certification within 90 days of hire. Ideal candidates should possess attention to detail and effective communication skills to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Licensure: BLS required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience: Preferred previous housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning logs and documents.
• Comply with handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Interact positively with patients and staff.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Washington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School Diploma or GED

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Surgical Services

Description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the 10 Best Places to Live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Sterile Processing Attendantreports to the Sterile Processing Supervisor. This position is responsible for the cleaning and disinfection of the Sterile Processing department.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Maintain the Joint Commission cleaning document
• Partner with leadership to request necessary supplies, as needed
• Comply with proper handling and use of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Collect and properly dispose of trash and waste material
• Dust high areas
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed
• Continuously monitor and replace sharps and reprocessing bins, as needed
• Complete weekly tasks from cleaning log
• Maintain daily cleaning log to ensure complete and accurate compliance with documentation
• Provide positive interactions with patients, visitors, and staff

Qualifications

• Education:High School Diploma or GED
• Licensure and Certifications: BLS required within 90 days of hire
• Experience: Previous housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend 100% of the time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications