Sterile Processing Tech I

Company: Catholic Health Initiatives
Location: Omaha
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Sterile Processing Tech I
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan MercyOmaha, Nebraska
The posted compensation range of $14.78 - $20.33 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Requisition ID 2022-268638 Employment Type Full Time Department Central Sterilization Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday - Friday 6p,-2:30am, call Mon & Wed 2:30am--6am, weekend call rotation & holiday call rotation. Remote No Category Technician
Overview
At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services heart and vascular care emergency services surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.
Eligible for New Hire $2,000 Sign-On Bonus!!!
*Speak to a recruiter regarding incentive eligibility, requirements, and restrictions for new hire employees and current employees accepting a promotion.
Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose
Sterile Processing Technicians are responsible for cleaning, assembly, and sterilization of instrumentation from all areas of the hospital. They pick up and deliver as needed following AAMI, OSHA, and Joint Commission recommendations for identifying contaminated and clean items. They may assist with case cart assembly and OR room turnover. Technicians contribute to the department goals through qualityservices.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities

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  Responsible for cleaning, inspecting, processing, assembling, and sterilization of all instruments and equipment following Policy/Procedure, Industry Standards, and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU).
  
  
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  Practices Universal Precautions and follows OSHA requirements at all time.
  
  
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  Assists with daily/weekly testing and logging of all mechanical equipment, including but not limited to Mechanical Washers, Sonic, all Sterilizers.
  
  
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  Maintains accurate and legible documentation.
  
  
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  Assists with the routine maintenance of instrumentation by identification of items needing repair.
  
  
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  Follows procedure for set assembly utilizing Instrument Checklists and/or Instrument Tracking where available.
  
  
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  Completes case cart assembly by adding needed instrumentation to the case cart.
  
  
  
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  Assist with OR Room Turnover
  
  
  
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  Cleaning and HLD of GI Scopes, Bronchoscopes, TEE Probes
  
  
  
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  Uses supplies (wrap, containers, chemicals, etc.) efficiently, correctly, and according to IFU.
  
  
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  Participates in Department activities including, but not limited to, Orientation, System Education, Quality, Daily Briefing & Supply needs
  
  
  Qualifications
  Experience:
  *One (1) Year of applicable experience, determined by facility -OR-*Successful completion of a Sterile Processing Tech or Surgical Tech Program from an accredited school.
  Equal Opportunity
  CommonSpirit Health--- is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to
  a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for
  employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
  identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status,
  ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected
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  CommonSpirit Health--- will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
  External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.
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