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Sterile Processing Technician 2 (Weekends, 90%)

University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States


Work Schedule

Overnight 12 hr shifts

Saturday, Sunday and Monday

Position Highlights
Support Harborview’s Surgical Services / Operating Rooms by decontaminating, processing, sterilizing, and assembling complex surgical instrument arrangements

Department Description
Harborview’s Central Processing Unit manages the entire workflow of sterile instruments in the medical center and our supported clinics. The CPU is tasked with standardizing and consolidating the processes used to ensure the highest levels of sterility and cleanliness are being met for our patients. Utilizing the latest techniques and applying breakthrough technologies, the CPU provides unparalleled support to the Harborview mission of Patients Are First.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Pick up and transport soiled instruments, case carts, basins, respiratory items, and patient equipment from all patient care areas to the decontamination area for reprocessing

Assemble and set up patient equipment such as IV pumps, vacuum regulators (wall suction), chest pumps, hyper/hypothermia units; test and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment

Load and operate semi-automatic cart washer to clean case carts, utility carts, patient chairs, etc.

Sterilizer function tests using vacuum, chemical and biological indicators

Load autoclave carts and sterilize surgical instrument sets and respiratory equipment

Inventory shelves of processed items; rotate trays and products; manage expiration dates

Load and unload linen carts for steam sterilization

Decontaminate all soiled instruments according to Procedure and Policy standards

Inspect, test, and assemble package based on the guidelines

Scan, document, and label for inspection, testing, and assembly

Required Position Qualifications

High school graduation or equivalent AND one to two years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment

equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $27.45 hourly

Pay Range Maximum: $39.27 hourly

Other Compensation: -

Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC

EEO Statement
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080).

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

Legal Requirement Disclosure
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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