Sterile Processing Tech Associate

at  UCHealth

Location: UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs
Department: Sterile Processing Central
FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Evenings
Pay: $19.67 - $25.57 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant’s relevant experience

SUMMARY:

• Develop skills necessary to perform entry level core sterile processing functions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Within 1 year of hire: Certified as a CSPDT (Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) from CBSPD or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).
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• 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.
• 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.