Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Dept Outpatient Surgery

• Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization).
• Monitors readsdocumentsand 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/SterilizerUltrasonic 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 (SPMORMIS).
• 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.

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. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.