Sterile Processing Technician; Certified Varied

STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (CERTIFIED), Full Time , Varied

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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.

Opened in 2010, Palmdale Regional Medical Center is a 184-bed acute care hospital located in Palmdale, CA. The hospital is committed to community service excellence and supports many nonprofit agencies and healthcare organizations.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, and the general public.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical/clinical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• One (1) year in Sterile Processing required.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Material Management (IAHCSMM) is required. Certification must be maintained.
• CPI is required within 30 days of hire.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• 401k plan with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi student loan refinancing program
• Student loan repayment assistance program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries!

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