WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment throughout the ambulatory clinics, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process. The technician is also responsible for ordering/logging instruments being used and collaborating with the clinics to ensure proper handling/storage is being done.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience
<1 year to three (3) years or greater experience handling/distributing medical/surgical instruments and equipment. and
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Preferred
- Licenses and Certifications
(CSPDT) CERTIFIED STERILE PROC TE Upon Hire
JOB DUTIES
- Unload dirty case carts and prepare instruments/supplies/equipment for decontamination. Decontaminate instruments/supplies/equipment per manufacturer's instructions and departmental policies and procedures. Inspect decontaminated items for cleanliness and damage. Test decontaminated items to ensure proper functioning prior to sterilization. Makes rounds as appropriate to need.
- Handle items carefully and prevent damage to delicate instruments. Identify broken, damaged instruments/malfunctioning equipment and remove from service. Communicate items removed from service to Central Sterile Processing Supervisor/Coordinator in a timely manner.
- Identify proper method of sterilization per item to be sterilized. Properly prepare and assemble instruments/supplies/equipment per appropriate method of sterilization. Select and use appropriate packaging/wrapping materials/container systems for method of sterilization and aseptic presentation. Ensure filters are properly assembled in container systems prior to sterilization.
- Maintain thorough and accurate sterilization documentation and recordkeeping by maintaining permanent records and test results. Properly label packages/items/container systems to be sterilized with the appropriate sterilization information and initials of preparer.
- Properly operate various methods of sterilization. Set correct cycle parameters and utilize correct chemical process indicators per steam, sterrad, gas, or steris sterilization.
- Properly load, operate, and unload the ultrasonic washer and washer sterilizer according to manufacturer's instructions. Prepare and use disinfectants/chemicals according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Perform correct biological monitoring/testing per method of sterilization. Recognize positive test results of biological monitoring and immediately rechallenge the sterilizer. Immediately communicate positive test results to the healthcare team and declare method of sterilization unsafe for use.
- Inspect and clean steam sterilizers on a routine basis. Perform daily Bowie-Dick testing of prevacuum sterilizers and diagnostic testing on steris machine prior to use each day.
- Organize and prioritize processing tasks based on identified need. Perform processing duties in a cost effective manner. Issue instruments/supplies/equipment promptly and accurately. Participate in unit based performance improvement activities. Makes rounds as appropriate.
- Serve as a subject manner resource person and/or preceptor to new staff. Provide feedback/input for clinical performance evaluation form.
- Wear appropriate personnel protective equipment while on duty. Comply with departmental work patterns regarding workflow, air flow, and people flow.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Nov 16, 2024