What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Technician - SPT Nightshift position at UAB St. Vincent's?
We Are Hiring
- Sign-on bonus: Up to $2000.00
- Department: Main Sterile Processing
- Schedule: Nightshifts Monday - Friday, 10:00pm-6:30am.
- Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
- Location: Birmingham, AL
Experience in sterile processing is strongly preferred; however, students are encouraged to apply and may be considered for the position as well.
What You Will Do
Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure proper sterilization, completeness of set, and to determine need for repair/replacement.
- Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols.
- Inspect instruments, equipment and containers to assure cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Correct instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
- Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association preferred.
- Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
