STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (NON-CERTIFIED)

Henderson Hospital; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Laredo in Laredo, TX, is seeking a Sterile Processing (SPD) intern to manage reprocessing, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation. You will operate cleaning and sterilization equipment and support case cart preparation while upholding quality and patient safety standards.

This 12-month, time-limited position includes training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop skills across SPD functions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST certification required by end of 12 months.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Proficiency in English for interpretation of IFU.

Responsibilities

• Manage reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation.
• Disassemble, decontaminate, disinfect and sterilize instruments.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers and sterilizers.
• Prepare case carts and assist with supply inventory.
• Complete quality monitoring and documentation.
• Assist with mentoring and training new SPD staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Censis

OneSource

Job description

Responsibilities

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's pride in the care we deliver and a commitment to serving Laredo's growing healthcare needs.

To learn more visit https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com

JOB SUMMARY

Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery. Performs quality assurance activities. Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds. Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
• Excellent Benefit Packages
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

License/Certification: None;

Note: This is a 12-month time limited position. SPD intern will be trained and educated on the job to care for and reprocess reusable medical equipment and surgical instrumentation. The intern will successfully pass all hospital competencies for department. Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)) is required by the end of 12 months.

Experience: None necessary, completion of formal training in field preferred.

Technical Skills: Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Computer skills: Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource)

BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE CATEGORY

Category 1: Job usually involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood, body fluids, non-intact skin or tissue specimens, is possible

Manual Dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation

Physical Ability: 4 This employee will have heavy physical stress on the back. Involves frequent heavy lifting-more than 50 pounds-often combined with bending or turning. Employees in this category should be capable of heavy sustained labor.

EEO Statement

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