(Archived) Sterile Processing Technician - (Strl Proc Tech)

Job Description & Requirements
Sterile Processing Technician - (Strl Proc Tech)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $20.26 *

Exclusive AMN order in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. This state of the art Hospital is recognized for its patient focus, and combines technology, expertise and compassion, bringing industry-leading quality and service to more than 300,000 members in the greater San Fernando Valley.

Located in the heart of the Valley this is a film buffs heaven. Near to many major studios, on any given day you may find yourself passing by the filming of some of TV's most well known shows! Of course you are also just minutes from the sunny SoCal beaches. With the Angeles National Forest Mountain Range providing the perfect backdrop, you can definitely see why this is one of top vacation destination spots around!

We are a 24/7 department, three shifts, 7am, 3pm, 11pm. Position Summary: Decontaminates, cleans, package, sterilize, stores and distributes medical surgical instruments, equipment and supplies. Fills medical supplies from user areas. Essentials Duties: Ensures equipment is available for end users: Receives soiled instrumentation/equipment, soak, dissemble, clean, rinse, decontaminate, lubricate and perform routine preventive maintenance as required. Picks up soiled equipment/supplies from end users. Checks, test, and graphs data from equipment such as sterilizers, incubators, etc. Operate sterilizer, washer decontaminators, and ultrasonic washers. Performs computerize scanning, documentation, and tracking of equipment and instruments. Record equipment malfunctions, maintain department logs, i.e. sterilization records and equipment usage. Request repair services as required. Maintains accurate and complete sterilization records. Communicates relevant accomplishments and problems to the manager. Answers and route telephone calls and locate personnel by paging system or beeper. Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Minimum Qualifications: Working knowledge of surgical instrumentation processing techniques, medical supplies and proficiency in the following required: basic microbiology, soaps and detergents, fundamentals of cleaning and packaging sterile supplies, steam sterilization, sterrad sterilization, quality assurance, infection control techniques. Familiar with the setting up and restocking of surgical case carts and emergency exchange crash carts. Physical requirements involve lifting over (25) pounds, pushing and pulling carts. Often combined with bending, twisting, and long periods of time on the feet.



Required Qualifications
2 years experience in Sterile Processing

Preferred Qualifications
Certified Sterile Processing Tech (CRCST), or as a Surgical Technician (CCST) with Sterile Processing experience.

About the Facility
Treating more than 300,000 patients in its contemporary, state-of-the-art hospital since opening in 2008, this top-tier medical center’s operating philosophy centers on a passion for healthcare service and on improving the lives of patients.

Facility Location
Located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, Panorama City offers easy access to the best of the Los Angeles area, including the culture, shopping, dining, and entertainment of Hollywood, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Malibu, and other famous destinations. The nearby studio town of Burbank offers great dining and nightlife, and popular tourist attractions like Universal Studios and Six Flags Magic Mountain are right around the corner, too.

Job Benefits
At American Mobile Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!