Sterile Processing Tech: Impactful OR Support + Sign-On Bonus

Optum; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Everett, WA is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to support clinical operations through decontamination and reprocessing of instrument sets and reusable sterile supplies.

Responsibilities include processing instruments from OR and other departments, performing sterilization and high-level disinfection, and maintaining records and quality checks in a compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate, read, write, speak and understand fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes instrumentation, supplies, and equipment from the operating room, departments, clinics, and outside customers in a timely manner.
• Cleaning and decontamination of instruments, scopes, equipment, and disposal of biohazard using proper PPE; disassemble, inspect and decontaminate per IFU.
• Performs sterilization and high-level disinfection of instruments, scopes and equipment via steam autoclaves, low temp and liquid chemical.
• Performs and records daily quality checks on the sterile processing environment, instrumentation, and equipment.
• Documents sterilization, HLD and tasks via electronic records, SPM or paper charting.
• Follows standards for handling instrumentation and equipment including AAMI standards and IFU’s.
• Maintains assigned work areas and equipment to follow AAMI standards and IFU’s.
• Assists in orientation of new employees to each work area and total department operation.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Everett, WA is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to support clinical operations through decontamination and reprocessing of instrument sets and reusable sterile supplies.

Responsibilities include processing instruments from OR and other departments, performing sterilization and high-level disinfection, and maintaining records and quality checks in a compliant environment.