Sterile Processing Technician

UMC Health System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for the night shift (11:00pm - 7:00am) to organize, clean, sterilize, store, maintain and distribute surgical instruments in the Sterile Processing Department.

Responsibilities include processing instruments, packaging for sterilization, equipment handling, operating Sterile Detergent Management System, troubleshooting sterilizers, and documenting sterility checks; HS diploma or GED required, hospital software familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sterile Processing and/or Instrumentation Room training helpful.
• Computer skills required, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Ability to learn Cerner, IDX, and other hospital-based programs as they pertain to duties.
• Medical terminology helpful.

Responsibilities

• Process and package instruments and instrument sets for surgical procedures.
• Package and load items on the carriage for sterilization.
• Store, issue, and track equipment, including delivery and pickup from departments.
• Operate, monitor, and exchange the Detergent Management System.
• Operate SPD equipment safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and resolve sterilizer problems.
• Test equipment and document sterility assurance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile Processing experience

Instrumentation room training

Microsoft Office

Cerner IDX learning

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner

IDX

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas.Job SummaryThe Sterile Processing Technician organizes, directs, and performs activities related to cleaning, sterilizing, storing, maintenance and distribution of equipment and instruments in the Sterile Processing Department11:00pm - 7:00amJob Specific ResponsibilitiesDaily assignments may include but are not limited to:• Process and package instruments and instrument sets to be used in surgical procedures• Properly package and load items on the carriage for sterilization• Store, issue, and track equipment; this includes delivery and pick up from various departments• Operate, monitor, and exchange the Detergent Management System• Operate all SPD equipment in a safe and efficient manner• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with sterilizers• Properly test equipment and document following sterility assurance guidelines• All other assigned related dutiesEducation and Experience• High School Diploma or GEDSkills and Abilities• Experience in Sterile Processing and/or Instrumentation Room training helpful• Computer skills required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (including, but not limited to, Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.), Ability to learn Cerner, IDX, and other applicable hospital-based programs as they pertain to the required job duties• Medical terminology helpfulInteraction with Other Departments and Other RelationshipsFrequent interaction with various departments throughout the hospitalPhysical CapabilitiesWork is of heavy demand. Walking and standing most of the time on duty. The technician will occasionally be required to push or pull charts weighting as much as 100 pounds and lifting items as heavy as 50 pounds. Frequent reaching and bending required. Frequent handling of instruments is necessary. Sight, speech and hearing are a must. Days and hours of duty will vary.Environmental/Working ConditionsThe decontamination work is done in an area that is at high risk for exposure to blood born pathogens. Exposure risk to high temperature steam and hydrogen peroxide. This position is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*