Central Sterile Processing Technician 1, Full Time

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The Central Sterile Processing Technician 1 is responsible for preparing supplies and equipment for use during patient procedures achieving competency in at least one area of sterile processing. Receives processes stocks and distributes supplies. Cleans and disinfects equipment requiring decontamination or sterilization assembly packing sterilization documentation implantable case carts emergency carts and supplies to surgical nursing units and ancillary departments assisting with daily operational flow.

Up to $10000 Sign On Bonus

Work Location: UHealth Tower

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

wraps sterilizes stores and distributes medical equipment supplies and instruments used in patient care.
adequate equipment and supplies are available to complete order requests.
instruments and supplies delivering items to their destination within an efficient time frame prioritizing patient safety.
and maintains productivity demand level for area by fulfilling order requests in a timely manner for patients from various hospital departments.
up of decontamination and assembly workstations daily following established standard of work processes (SOW) for all decontamination/sterilization preparing and assembly.
case carts as requested following established safety protocols and utilizes department tool aides to prevent errors. Assembles minor procedure instrumentation for nursing units and all other ancillary departments.
and sorts medical equipment and instruments returned to decontamination loading/unloading cart washer emergency carts and sterile supplies.
to infection control and utilizes universal precautions PPE protocols. Participates in continuous process improvement and quality systems and stays abreast of related departmental practice guidelines and standards from the Joint Commission AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses).
equipment for functionality and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to leadership.
reliable high quality customer service to all departments requests. Prepares and distributes request orders including fulfilling phone order requests for supplies and equipment.
distribution of equipment supply records and logbooks. Operates and maintains documentation of various sterilizers and processing equipment.
storage of sterile supplies/surgical instrumentation according to facility policies and procedures.
shift report to lead technician or leader of the pending and completed requests.
patient charges and issued supplies are given daily to lead technician or leader by end of shift.
to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School or Equivalent

• Graduate of a Vocational Training Program in Central Sterile Processing or a Surgical Tech program required

Certification and Licensing: Hold one of the following certifications.

• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) IAHCSMM

• CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) CBSPD

• CST (Certified Surgical Technician) NBSTSA

• BLS certification is required from the American Heart Association

Experience:

Any combination of relevant education work experience and/or certifications will be considered.

Surgical or Central Sterile Processing experience preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:

• General knowledge of office procedures and operations.

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records files reports and correspondence.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System South Floridas only university-based health system provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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