Sterile Processing Tech I — 1st Shift (Mon-Fri)

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa's Department of Central Sterilizing Services seeks a full-time Central Service Technician on the 1st shift, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with rotating on-call and weekends. The position is located in the Turn Center at Medical Center University in Iowa City.

Under supervision, the role performs decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of sterile medical devices, and inventories supplies to maintain efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with coursework in physical and natural sciences and mathematics.
• One year experience in a hospital-related field providing a background in medical environment or sterile techniques.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, inspects, cleans, sorts, disassembles and reassembles complex surgical instrument trays and implants.
• Operates endoscope washers, sonic washers, and mechanical washer/decontaminators; performs microbicidal processes with safety precautions.
• Prepares instrument trays within required timeframes and documents missing items; handles emergencies and urgent add-ons.
• Performs inventory management and replenishes stock levels; uses computer systems and tracks expirations.
• Monitors biological indicators for sterilizers and conducts device compatibility checks; performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Participates in in-service programs and adheres to quality and safety standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; can move 25 lbs and perform repetitive motions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year experience in a hospital-related field

Job description

The University of Iowa's Department of Central Sterilizing Services seeks a full-time Central Service Technician on the 1st shift, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with rotating on-call and weekends. The position is located in the Turn Center at Medical Center University in Iowa City.

Under supervision, the role performs decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of sterile medical devices, and inventories supplies to maintain efficient operations.