Sterile Processing Technician IV

The Sterile Processing Technician IV is responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile procedure trays and equipment; operating steam, low temperature sterilizers, and any other type of sterilization equipment used within CSP; maintaining sterile / clean storage/ and all other department areas; answering phone and service door; delivering requested items; completing all required documentation on activities; maintaining the standards of the organizations mission, goals, and safety behaviors; and assisting in other areas as requested. Participate in the training and in- service programs for staff, and students. Assumes responsibility and accountability at all times for quality performance, and represent the CSP department in a positive and professional manner at all times. Assume leadership responsibilities as needed, such as attending departmental meeting, leading department projects, and leading the departmental work flows as needed in absence of leadership presence.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Accrediated Central Service Technician Training preferred.
• Six years of Sterile Processing experience required.
• Certification in Central Sterile Processing required.
• Certification as Instrument Specialists (CIS) required.

• The CSP phone and service door are answered promptly.
• Deliver instrument sets or supply items applicable to CSP to the appropriate department.
• CSP provided items are delivered accurately. "Stat" orders are handled immediately.
• When assigned, makes rounds of identified nursing units and returns used instruments to CSP.
• Technician should prepare all items needed for patient care and surgery, sterile and CSP applicable supplies and instruments immediately.
• Perform the required quality monitoring of equipment, instruments and supplies for cleaning and decontamination.
• Cleaning/disinfecting agents are mixed, stored, and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and departmental guidelines.
• Check rigid containers and other types of packaging methods for integrity.
• Inspect instruments and defective instruments are removed from service and sent/taken for repair.
• Manufacturer instructions and departmental guidelines for equipment maintenance and operation are followed at all times.
• Assemble case carts according to pick sheets, accurately and completely.
• The records are maintained in the prescribed formats and turned in on time.
• Unauthorized/suspicious persons are challenged and/or reported immediately as appropriate.
• Remove defective or broken equipment from services.
• Procedures and any special instructions are carried out correctly and on time.

• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation
• Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Undergraduate Student Loan Repayment
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Retirement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Career Coaching
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!