Sterile Processing Technician Certified - Sterile Processing Unit - Full Time 8 Hours Days (7:00AM to 5:00PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble all instrument procedure trays, packs, supply/case carts following prescribed manner.
• Assist to assign priority to emergency requisitions/requests and issue required supplies and equipment based on knowledge of procedures requested.
• Assist to maintain standards of operation consistent with or to exceed regulatory requirements and recommendations.
• Demonstrates and promotes compliance to infection control, legal, and safety standards.
• Disassemble and clean procedure trays and instruments using appropriate products and automatic equipment following the prescribed procedures. Check instruments for correct operation and condition and replace instruments as required to complete a tray.
• Dispense and deliver products requested by verbal, written or telephone requisitions.
• Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
• Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean, safe, organized condition to maintain required standards for processing sterilized and clean materials and equipment.
• Obtain, complete and submit all inter and intra departmental forms following prescribed procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required in an accurate and timely manner.
• Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance.
• Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
• Sterilize instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various types of sterilizers following correct procedures for the type of item being sterilized.
• Completes appropriate documentation and verify that sterilization requirements are met.

Job Requirements

Education

Minimum (Required)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Preferred (Not required)

Minimum of two years’ work experience with aseptic techniques and procedures preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Minimum (Required)

CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.69 - $30.95. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations

POSITION SUMMARY
Performs necessary work to disassemble, clean, assemble, sterilize, store, and dispense / deliver / restock equipment and supplies according to prescribed procedure and aseptic techniques. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.

                                                  

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