Sterile Processing Lead/Educator

Job Description

UWMC - Montalke has an outstanding opportunity for an LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN/ EDUCATOR.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week
• Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

CSPD is instrumental to patient care and provides cleaning, reprocessing & sterilization support services to Surgical Services and UW Medicine customers. We are open 24/7. We collect, reprocess & stock an average of 6,500 surgical trays and some 6,500 items a week. Our team focuses on compliance with all necessary regulatory requirements and quality assurances in order to provide the highest quality surgical Instruments.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Education

• Act as a resource to the Central Processing staff.

• Provides adequate training and orientation for present staff and new employees.

• Assigns and direct workflow using time allowed, maximizing output.

• Assist with developing and implementing comprehensive CSPD training programs in compliance with accreditation standards and organizational policies

• Deliver structured education and hands-on training for new and existing sterile processing staff, improving competency and consistency

• Integrate best practices and industry guidelines into all educational content

• Conduct competency-based assessments in alignment with national sterile processing standards

Lead

• Lead quality improvement initiatives using training data, audits, and performance metrics

• Promote best practices in infection prevention, sterilization, and high-level disinfection

• Lead decontamination, sterilization, and packing of surgical equipment

• Identify and tag damaged equipment

• Assemble special emergency trays (examples: Crash Laparotromy Set, Peripheral Vascular Set, Chest Set).

• Assemble, set up, test and document the set up and testing of specialized equipment (example: drills and flexible scopes).

• Load autoclave carts and process instruments, equipment and supplies through the appropriate sterilization cycle.

• Verify correct sterilization cycles by checking and signing autoclave printouts and sterilizer load cards.

• Perform and document sterilizer function tests using vacuum, chemical and biological indicators; take appropriate action for abnormal results.

• Inventory and store sterile instruments, equipment and supplies; restock or re-supply as necessary to maintain appropriate par levels.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience performing the work of a Hospital Central Services Technician II.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

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.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

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.