Sterile Processing Tech II — Impactful Hospital Support

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in California is seeking a Central Sterile Tech to handle decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies for the hospital and clinics. You will participate in department and system-wide improvement projects to enhance patient care.

The role requires completing an accredited Sterile Processing program or 18 months of relevant experience, knowledge of infection control techniques and medical terminology, and ongoing CRCST/CSPDT certification with CEUs.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited school of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology or 18 months relevant Sterile Processing experience.
• Knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques and medical terminology.
• Current full CRCST or CSPDT certification. Must maintain certification by taking CEUs and renewing certification.
• Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• The Central Sterile Tech is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department throughout the hospital and outlying clinics.
• Participates on special projects and departmental and medical center-wide performance improvement projects as requested.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Infectious control techniques

Medical terminology

Education

CRCST or CSPDT certification

Job description

UCI Health in California is seeking a Central Sterile Tech to handle decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies for the hospital and clinics. You will participate in department and system-wide improvement projects to enhance patient care.

The role requires completing an accredited Sterile Processing program or 18 months of relevant experience, knowledge of infection control techniques and medical terminology, and ongoing CRCST/CSPDT certification with CEUs.