Sterile Processing Tech, Per Diem - West Valley Surgery Center

Description

Incumbent will perform duties as a Sterile Processing Technician to include : decontamination and / or processing of equipment and instrumentation, and distribution of supplies or equipment, as assigned within UCLA Healthcare. Cross training will be provided. Other major duties include, but are not limited to, customer service, departmental efficiencies and facilitates care and processing of surgical instruments.

Qualifications

We're seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional

with :

year of Sterile Processing experience required

Ability to lift surgical trays weighing up to 25lbs, handle

surgical case carts weighing up to 200lbs.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Working knowledge of aseptic technique, sterile fields and

the principles of an Operating Room decontamination

Demonstrated skills in proper maintenance and cleaning of

instrumentation.

Correct use of various decontamination equipment and

instrument / tray sterilizers.

Working knowledge of bacteriology and medical terminology

preferred.

Oral and written skills to collect and relay information

accurately.

Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative

working relationship with all staff.

Skill in performing

calmly during emergent and / or stressful situations by taking an appropriate

action.

Ability in the correct usage of proper English grammar and

vocabulary to orient and train team members.