Sterile Processing Technician - Nights

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to organize, clean, sterilize, store, and distribute equipment and instruments in the SPD. Work Sundays to Wednesdays on 10-hour shifts in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include processing and packaging instruments, loading items for sterilization, tracking equipment, and operating the Detergent Management System. Candidates with SD processing experience and computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in Sterile Processing or Instrumentation helpful.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; ability to learn hospital systems (Cerner, IDX).

Responsibilities

• Process and package instruments and instrument sets for surgeries.
• Package and load items for sterilization.
• Store, issue, and track equipment across departments.
• Operate, monitor, and exchange the Detergent Management System.
• Operate SPD equipment safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and resolve sterilizer issues.
• Test equipment and document following sterility guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner

IDX

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 Sunday-Wednesday 10-hour shifts

Job Specific Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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: 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