Sterile Processing Technician - Swedish American

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the SSA Manager, provides the Health System with processed instruments, materials, and equipment ensuring a quality product for patient care by executing established procedures for receiving, decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization. After consulting Operating Room schedule and requisitions, assembles and sets up case carts for the Operating Room. Assists with monitoring peer performance and ensures department and hospital policies and procedures are maintained. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

High School Education or equivalent. On the job training provided.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Current Central Service Tech Certification (Interantional Association of Health Care Central Service Materials Management – IAHCCSMM or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution – CBSPD) preferred, but not required. Certification must be obtained and is required during third year of employment.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Knowledge of aseptic technique and standard precautions required. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and basic medical terminology is preferred. Basic computer literacy is required.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

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