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University of Virginia

Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Main- M-Fr

University of Virginia, Charlottesville

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

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    Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization).

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    Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad).

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    Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer).

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    Participates in the coordination of all aspects of department's services.

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    Serves as the resource for information for employees and customers.

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    Models team behaviors to frontline employees.

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    Manages departmental bar code system (SPM ORMIS).

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    Serves as preceptor in all areas of CSS (decontam, distribution, assembly and sterilizers)

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    Must maintain a minimum of two advanced or specialty operations

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    In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

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Position Compensation Range: $20.28 - $31.43 Hourly

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

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Experience: 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

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Licensure:

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This position requires:

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Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through HSPA

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CSPDT (Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD

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(1) additional following certification: CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist), CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocess), or CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader)

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Within 6 months of hire into this role

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).

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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.

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The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here ( to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.