Central Sterile Processing Technician

Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm

Clements University Hospital

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to ensure the proper cleaning, disinfection, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and scopes. Following manufacture IFUs and utilizing all supporting technology.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Experience
  3 years of Certified Central Sterile Processing Experience
  Must be proficient in 4 basic operational services in addition to flexible scopes and Robotics to include cleaning, reprocessing and sterilization

• Licenses and Certifications
  Certified Central Sterile Technician certifications under HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) with no lapses or 
  Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician under CBSPD (Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) with no lapses 
  Have or obtain within 12 months of hire one of the following additional certifications: (CHL) CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE LEADER, (CIS) CERTIFIED INSTRUMENT SPECIALST, CERTIFIED ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSR, or (CFER) CERTIFIED FLEX ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR
  Lapse in additional certifications will result in being reclassified as a Tech II.

JOB DUTIES

• While wearing proper PPE, unloads dirty case carts and prepares instruments, supplies, and equipment for decontamination. Decontaminates instruments, supplies, and equipment per manufacturer’s instructions and departmental policies and procedures. Inspects decontaminated items for cleanliness and damages. Tests decontaminated items to ensure proper functioning prior to sterilization
• Handles items carefully and prevents damages to delicate instruments. Identifies broken, damaged instruments and malfunctioning equipment and removes from service. Communicates items removed from service to Central Sterile Processing Coordinator promptly.
• Maintains thorough and accurate sterilization documentation and record keeping by maintaining permanent records and test results.
• Labels packages, items, and container systems to be sterilized with proper sterilization information and initials of preparer.
• Utilizes proper telephone etiquette by answering and identifying yourself and speaking clearly.
• Must complete yearly training modules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.