Sterile Processing Technician Evenings

University Hospitals; Westlake (OH, TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the safe and effective management of reusable patient care equipment. This role involves receiving, sorting, and sterilizing instruments, as well as participating actively in the perioperative process team. The ideal candidate will be certified in sterile processing and possess strong teamwork skills. With a competitive sign-on bonus and a commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care, this position offers a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in healthcare.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus for certified applicants

$3,000 sign-on bonus for non-certified applicants with experience

Qualifications

• Responsible for decontaminating and sterilizing reusable patient care equipment.
• Must comply with policies regarding Protected Health Information (PHI).

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination and sterilization of patient care items.
• Maintains positive relationships with patients and co-workers.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Decontamination Procedures

Sterilization Methods

Team Collaboration

Education

Certification in Sterile Processing

Minimum 6 Months Experience

Job description

Description

$5,000 sign-on bonus if you are an external applicant and certified in sterile processing. $3,000 sign-on bonus for an external applicant that is non-certified but has a minimum of 6 months experience.

A Brief Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician - Certified role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.

What You Will Do

• Performs decontamination procedure


• Prepares reusable patient care items for sterilization


• Sterilization using appropriate sterilization methods


• Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies


• Participates as a productive member of the O.R. processing team


• Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers


• Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.


• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.


• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.