What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Tech II - Westwood Surgery Center position at UCLA Health?
General InformationPress space or enter keys to toggle section visibilityWork Location : Los Angeles, USAOnsite or RemoteFully On-SiteWork ScheduleMonday-Friday, 1500 - 2330Posted Date12 / 18 / 2024Salary Range : $27.62 - 36.48 HourlyEmployment Type2 - Staff : CareerDurationIndefJob #21097Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesPress space or enter keys to toggle section visibilityUnder the general direction of the Sterile Processing Department management team, the incumbent serve as an instrument technician within the sterile processing department division of the outpatient surgery center. Ability to process surgical instrumentation in a decontamination setting, assembly and sterilization of instrument trays necessary to provide continuous service for all surgical procedure rooms. Operate steam and H2O2 sterilizers, sonic equipment, washers, heat sealers and dumb waiter. Store, date and rotate supplies according to TJC and CMS guidelinesJob QualificationsPress space or enter keys to toggle section visibilityWorking knowledge of aseptic technique, sterile fields and the principles of an Operating Room decontamination required. Prefer demonstrated skills in proper maintenance and cleaning of instrumentation. Correct use of various decontamination equipment and instrument / tray sterilizers. Working knowledge of bacteriology and medical terminology preferred. Oral and written skills to collect and relay information accurately. Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with all staff. Skill in performing calmly during emergent and / or stressful situations by taking an appropriate action. Skill in working as part of a team. Ability in the correct usage of proper English grammar and vocabulary to orient and train team members. Ability to lift surgical trays weighing up to 25lbs, handle surgical case carts weighing up to 200lbs. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Graduate of accredited Sterile Processing program, Surgical Tech program or relevant experience. CRCST certification (IAHCSMM) preferred. At least 6 months working experience in Sterile Processing.As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. Learn More
Salary : $28 - $36
