Sterile Processing Technician

UMC Health System; United States; In loco; USD 38.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

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Health insurance

Retirement benefits with employer 
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PTO & extended illness

Employee assistance program

Cash retention bonus

Descrizione del lavoro

UMC Health System in Texas is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to organize, clean, sterilize, store and distribute instruments for surgical procedures. Scheduled for 11:00pm - 7:00am, you will handle packaging, loading for sterilization, equipment tracking, and run the Detergent Management System.

A high school diploma is required; basic computer skills are needed and you should be willing to learn Cerner/IDX.

Competenze

• Experience in Sterile Processing and/or Instrumentation helpful.
• Computer skills required; familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn Cerner, IDX, and hospital programs.

Mansioni

• Process and package instruments and instrument sets for procedures.
• Package and load items on the carriage for sterilization.
• Store, issue and track equipment; deliver to departments.
• Operate and troubleshoot the Detergent Management System.
• Test equipment and document sterility guidelines.

Conoscenze

Sterile processing

Microsoft Office

Cerner IDX

Medical terminology

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

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 Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician organizes, directs, and performs activities related to cleaning, sterilizing, storing, maintenance and distribution of equipment and instruments in the Sterile Processing Department

11:00pm - 7:00am

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily 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 duties

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Skills 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 helpful

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Frequent interaction with various departments throughout the hospital

Physical Capabilities

Work 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 Conditions

The 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.*

Benefits:

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career
• Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards:

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country

Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.

Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC Magnet Designated

501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards:

UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards:

Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP

35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates