Sterile Processing Tech Certified FT McAllen

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Health Services (UHS) family seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, from disassembly to sterilization. You will operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and sterilizers while documenting quality checks and preparing case carts for surgery.

Required are at least twelve months in Sterile Processing, CRCST certification, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing.
• Experience with instrument management software (Censis, OneSource) and Microsoft Office.
• Manual dexterity to assemble/disassemble complex instrumentation.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English due to technical nature.

Responsibilities

• Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation from disassembly to sterilization.
• Operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers and related equipment.
• Completes quality monitoring and documentation for processes.
• Prepares case carts, assists with supply inventory and rounds.
• Mentors and coaches new Sterile Processing Techs; upholds quality and service.

Skills

Censis

OneSource

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required

CRCST certification (IAHCSMM)

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

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.

Qualifications

• Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing.
• Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource), Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.
• Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Education / Licensure

• Education: High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
• License/Certification: Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)) is required. Certification must be maintained.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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