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Join the UPMC Children’s Hospital Team – Sterile Processing Department!

We are looking for a _Full-Time Sterile Processing Associate_ to join our collaborative and supportive Sterile Processing Department. This is your chance to thrive in a positive environment while contributing to the exceptional care at UPMC Children’s Hospital.

Why Choose Us?

+ Career Advancement: Take advantage of a robust career ladder designed for growth and development.

+ Sign-On Bonus: External candidates with 2+ years of experience in sterile processing are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

About the Role

+ Schedule: Flexible shifts including Saturday and Sunday (1:00 PM - 11:30 PM) and two additional 10-hour weekday shifts (based on department needs).

+ Orientation: Provided during the day shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday).

+ Holiday Obligation: Participation in holiday coverage as required.

+ Key Contribution: Support the team by covering vacant shifts due to PTO requests and other needs, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

+ Clean, decontaminate, inspect, and reassemble medical equipment and instruments, both manually and mechanically.

+ Prepare and assemble surgical trays and case carts according to standardized guidelines.

+ Monitor, document, and interpret sterilizer parameters to ensure proper equipment function.

+ Troubleshoot and maintain decontamination and sterilization equipment.

+ Adhere to policies regarding sterile processing, infection control, and safety standards.

+ Manage inventory and ensure proper maintenance of instrument trays and patient care equipment.

+ Communicate effectively using strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.

+ Engage in cost-effective work practices and strive for performance improvements.

Core Competencies

+ Professional Growth: Actively seek educational and mentoring opportunities to enhance skills and improve patient care.

+ Teamwork & Collaboration: Foster positive relationships with colleagues while promoting diversity, communication, and accountability.

+ Patient-Centered Care: Build healing relationships and support exceptional patient experiences through compassion and dedication.

UPMC Core Values

UPMC is committed to creating a caring environment by understanding the needs of patients, families, physicians, and coworkers. We strive for accuracy, sensitivity, and timeliness to deliver the best experience every time.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients and families at UPMC Children’s Hospital!

+ High school diploma/GED or equivalent with no experience -OR- Currently enrolled in an Accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing Program Preferred -OR-1 year of experience within UPMC

+ All staff must complete 10 hours of continuing education to remain qualified as a Central Sterile Technician on an annual basis.

+ What We’re Looking For Candidates with experience in Healthcare Support, Customer Service, Warehouse or Inventory, Cleaning and Maintenance, or Technical and Mechanical fields are preferred. While prior experience is not necessary, only candidates meeting these criteria will be considered for the role.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Employees active in a Central Sterile position, on or before the effective date 12/27/2020, at a healthcare facility, are grandfathered regarding certification and will not need to obtain it unless they move into a different position that would require certification. Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution or Certified Registered Central Service Technician or International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management certification required for our PA and NY facilities (MD facilities are excluded). New employees in our PA and NY facilities (MD is excluded) will have 18 months from date of hire to obtain required certification.

+ Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician OR International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management

+ Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran