Sterile Processing Tech (SPT)

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

The Sterile Processing Technician III is a certified professional responsible for the cleaning decontamination sterilization and safe handling of medical instruments supplies and equipment. This individual will apply their expertise to ensure efficient performance and compliance with operational standards contributing to the overall success of the department. Success in this position requires a high level of technical knowledge attention to detail and the ability to work independently while adhering to safety and quality standards

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 3 years of Sterile Processing Experience Licenses and Certifications Must Hold 2 Certifications upon hire (Technical / Scope) and obtain one additional (Specialty / Leadership) within 12 months of hire (CRCST) CRCST Upon Hire and (CER) Certified Endoscope Reprocessor Upon Hire (CIS) Certified Instrument Specialist within 1 Year or (CHL) Certified Healthcare Leader within 1 Year

Job Duties

Subject Matter expert of departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for sterile processing tasks and safety protocols. Proven ability to work in all areas within department which includes but not limited to decontamination assembly sterilization case pick and high level disinfection. Unload and prepare instruments supplies and equipment for decontamination following departmental procedures and manufacturers instructions for use Safely handles instruments removing damaged or malfunctioning items and reporting issues to supervisor. Select proper sterilization methods for different items ensuring correct assembly packaging and preparation Ensures and maintains accurate sterilization records label sterilized items and ensure compliance with safety standards Proven ability to operate various pieces of equipment (Washer Ultrasonic Sterilizer) Participate in biological monitoring / testing reporting positive results and escalating issues to leadership Mentor level in all competency modules (assembly sterilization decontamination HLD)

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. To the extent this position requires the holder to research work on or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. 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.