Central Processing Technician

Company: Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Ogden
Posted on: September 10, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:This position is responsible for ensuring that all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment are properly inventoried, decontaminated, assembled, inspected, packaged, sterilized, stored, distributed and tracked in a quality / timely manner throughout the hospital. Will train to perform these duties independently and without close supervision.Shift Details: Tuesday to Thursday 7 AM to 3 PM.Job EssentialsDisassemble, clean, decontaminate, and disinfect surgical instruments.Assemble, protect, wrap, contain, peel pack and label surgical instruments.Sterile instruments and equipmentPull case carts.Clean, troubleshoot and correctly use CP equipment.Perform and record all biological and chemical sterilization tests.Issue and receive durable, moveable clinical equipment.Issue sterile supplies to using areas.Perform inventory duties as required.Verify that all sterilization processes have been completed and met parameters before making equipment available for use.Minimum QualificationsMust attain Central Processing Certification from HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) within one year of hire date.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, sterile indicator tags, colors, operate equipment, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with care providers that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting, accessing needed information, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer equipment. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, reach and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting, obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position with person protective equipment for an extended period of time.Anticipated job posting close date:Location:McKay-Dee HospitalWork City:OgdenWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:32The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$18.29 - $24.84We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion .Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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