Sterile Processing Tech I Certified

Description Location: UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, US:CO:Highlands RanchDepartment: HRH Sterile ProcessFTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)Shift: Evenings Pay: $21.49 - $27.94 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experienceSummary:Performs entry level core sterile processing functions.Responsibilities:

Instrument and equipment decontamination and cleaning following IFU's while having the ability to disassemble items before choosing appropriate cleaning method. Performs visual inspection of instruments and equipment prior to appropriate assembly and packaging of instruments or equipment.

Performs appropriate sterilization of instrument and equipment based on IFUs while inspecting and ensuring all external indicators, filters and labels are appropriate.

Performs routine cleaning and sterilizer testing, including biological monitoring, leak testing, and bowie dick tests as appropriate.

Documents work performed utilizing instrument tracking software/paper documentation as required.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED.

Certified as a CSPDT (Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) from CBSPD or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

No experience required. .

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Retirement plans to include 403(b) matching

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Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance

Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year

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