Sterile Processing Tech II Central Sterilization
US-CA-NORTHRIDGE
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 378524
Type: Varies
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Overview: Founded in 1955 Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation's five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. Responsibilities: Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring patient safety! As a Sterile Processing Technician II, you'll be responsible for the meticulous cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment used throughout our facility. You'll be a key contributor to a safe and efficient operating room environment. * Instrument Expert: Thoroughly clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices according to established procedures and manufacturer's instructions. * Equipment Guardian: Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols. * Quality Assurance Champion: Perform biological testing, monitor autoclave performance, and identify instruments needing repair or sharpening. * Inventory Manager: Maintain supply levels, fill surgical case cart requisitions using our hospital computer system, and report any equipment malfunctions. * Team Player & Mentor: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, physicians, and supervisory staff. Act as a preceptor and mentor to new team members, sharing your expertise and contributing to their development. * Safety Advocate: Demonstrate a strong understanding of sterilization principles, infection control practices, and universal safety precautions. Qualifications: * Minimum of two years experience with surgical instrumentation required. * Minimum two years prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience required. * Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or surgical tech program required. * High School Graduate or equivalent required. * Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred. * CRCST (HPSA) required within 6-months of hire/transfer for Certified Surgical Technologist * Current AHA BLS card required. * Fire Card (within 90 days of hire) required. This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement.
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