We Are Hiring
* Department: Sterile Processing
* Schedule: PRN (Rotating)
* Hospital: UAB St. Vincent East - Trussville
* Location: Birmingham, AL
What You Will Do
Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determine need for repair/replacement, validate completeness of set, and facilitate effective sterilization.
* Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
* Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
* Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
* Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
* Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
* One or more of the following required:
o Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
o Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
* High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
o Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
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