Sterile Processing Technician 3 ERT

UC Davis Health System
US - California - Sacramento
January 27, 2025

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position.

The Endoscope Reprocessing Technician (ERT) is highly skilled and works with complex endoscopes used to perform complex, advanced patient procedures including GI/Pulmonary, endoscopic cases. Responsibilities are focused on the very detailed, precise technical aspects of cleaning, disinfecting, inspecting, sterilizing and putting together the complex scopes in accordance with regulatory agency specifications. Endoscopes use advanced technology and are intricately designed. Endoscopes are used in complex GI/Pulmonary, endoscopy medical procedures for patients that may have acute, complex medical conditions. The position requires strong, critical attention to detail to perform accurate and thorough work as the consequences of inappropriate/insufficient endoscope reprocessing may have an adverse negative impact to safe patient care and outcomes.

Apply By February 10, 2025Minimum Qualifications

CRCST from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or CSPDT from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
Advanced Certification requirement:
Certification in Endoscope Reprocessing (CER) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
None
At least five (5) years recent experience in a similar setting to Sterile Processing Unit is required.
One year demonstrated current (within the last two years) experience working with flexible scopes.
Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience adhering to American Association of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) recommended practices.
Knowledge of AORN (Association of Operating Room Nurses) Recommended practices on:
care of instruments scopes & powered surgical instruments, cleaning and processing of instruments, selection & use of packaging materials, surgical attire, traffic patterns in the surgical suites and operating room sanitation.
Strong attention to detail, quality, and thoroughness to complete work in timely and accurate manner.
Independent critical thinking skills and initiative to recognize, identify and solve problems recognizing potential impact to others, patients, internal and external customers.
Experience using Sterile Processing Unit programs and computers including instrument tracking program, email, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
Ability to apply policy and procedure when making decisions.
Ability to identify, analyze and report problems accurately and timely.
Ability to exercise sound judgment to recognize situations that need to be escalated and notify supervisor or other management of unusual or unexpected situations.
Ability to assist in planning and organizing workflow well; and to meet established turn-around-times, and deadlines.
Ability to prioritize work to meet established turnaround times and administrative deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to problems and tackle issues in a self-motivated manner in line with the direction of the project team and the organization.
Ability to always maintain a satisfactory level of performance.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently to complete work or projects as instructed in a timely, qualitative and productive manner.
Awareness and sensitivity to the diversity, equity, and inclusion of others as part of a positive work culture.
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and acceptance of individual differences to achieve a common goal.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally to the appropriate target audience.
Ability to work with internal and external customers, coworkers and members of the hospital community in a professional, respectful and service oriented manner.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with complex endoscopes.

Key Responsibilities

60% - Complex Scope/Endoscope Processing
10% - Leadership, Resource and Customer Service
10% - Professional Development, Continuing Education and Training
20% - Instrument Tracking System and Other Sterile Processing Duties

Department Overview

The Sterile Processing Department is a department within Perioperative Services that supports operating rooms by cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing surgical instrumentation and equipment, flexible and ridged scopes, and case-picking equipment. The Sterile Processing Department supports Patient Care Services, Ambulatory Services and the Primary Care Network:
within the Health System by cleaning, disinfecting reusable equipment and the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization of surgical instrumentation used by these services. Sterile Processing cleans and restocks all emergency crash carts, first responder bags, airway boxes and ICU transport bags for the Health System. Sterile Processing also manages fiscal. material, and human resources to support the planning and coordination of surgical care and other patient care in the hospital and clinics.

Position Information

Salary or Pay Range:
$33. 92 - $42. 18
Salary Frequency:
Hourly
Salary Grade:
269
UC Job Title:
STERILE PROCESSING TCHN 3
Number of Positions:
1
Appointment Type:
Staff:
Career
Percentage of Time:
100%
Shift Hours:
12:
00 - 20:
30
Location:
Main Hospital (HSP001)
Union Representation:
EX-Patient Care Technical
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hybrid/Remote/Onsite:
This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:

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