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Certified Sterile Processing Technician

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A Chemical Operator operates machinery used in the manufacture and packaging of chemical products.

$58,343 / year median in Ohio

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Details Full Time Evening Shift Working rotating weekends and holidays required Day Shift training to start required
Location:
TriPoint Medical Center in Concord, OH For full time positions ,University Hospitals is offering a $5,000 sign on bonus is being offered to external applicants who are certified in sterile processing. 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. Education High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and Graduate of a Sterile Processing (Preferred) Work Experience Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and chemical, assembly, inventory or distribution experience. (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Basic medical terminology. (Preferred proficiency) Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of:
Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. (Required proficiency) Good manual dexterity. (Required proficiency) Attention to details. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications National or International Sterile Processing Technician Certification through CBSPD or IAHCSMM. (Required) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%
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The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of posting of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, union negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). This figure does not include, unless otherwise stated incentive pay or shift differential pay or the value of University Hospitals' comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plan options, and additional offerings. Click here to view complete wellness and benefits details.