Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Dept

Performs and participates in the decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

+ Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization). + Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad). + Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer). + Participates in the coordination of all aspects of department's services.

+ Serves as the resource for information for employees and customers.

+ Models team behaviors to frontline employees.

+ Manages departmental bar code system (SPM ORMIS). + Serves as preceptor in all areas of CSS (decontam, distribution, assembly and sterilizers) + Must maintain a minimum of two advanced or specialty operations + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Licensure: **This position requires:** Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through HSPA **OR** CSPDT (Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD **AND** (1) additional following certification: CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist), CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocess), or CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) *Within 6 months of hire into this role* PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs.

Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Position Compensation Range: $19.88 - $30.81 Hourly **Benefits** + Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance + Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings + Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts + Certification and education support + Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health ( is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.

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