Lead Sterile Processing Technician (Weekends)

Job Description

LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (WEEKENDS)

Req #: 238779 Department: HARBORVIEW - CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT Job Location: Harborview Medical Center Posting Date: 05/29/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $4,948 - $7,085 per month Other Compensation: WEEKEND SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL APPLIES Union Position: Yes Shift: Alternate Work Shift Benefits:

Choose from multiple, top medical and dental insurance programs

Plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options, Including PERS plans for qualifying job profiles

Enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance.

Receive UPASS Benefits, which includes free public transportation in the Puget Sound region on participating transit services

Intermittent/Per-Diem Employees are eligible for Holiday and Vacation pay
For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.

UW Medical Center - Northwest Central Processing has an outstanding opportunity for an LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN.
WORK SCHEDULE

22 hours per week

Day Shift, Saturday and Sunday
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Harborview ‘s Central Processing Unit manages the entire workflow of sterile instruments in the medical center and our supported clinics.

The CPU is tasked with standardizing and consolidating the processes used to ensure the highest levels of sterility and cleanliness are being met for our patients.

Utilizing the latest techniques and applying breakthrough technologies, the CPU provides unparalleled support to the Harborview mission of Patients Are First.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Transport soiled instruments, basins and equipment from patient care areas to the appropriate decontamination areas.

Sort, soak instruments and equipment; disassemble as needed; load into baskets and process through automatic washer/sterilizers.

Prepare disinfectant solutions from toxic substances and chemicals according to manufacturer’s specifications; disinfects instruments and equipment such as tourniquets, drills, endoscopy equipment, infusion pumps, etc.

Operate semi-automatic cart washer to clean case carts, utility carts and other equipment.

Inspect, test, assemble, package, label and date instruments, supplies and equipment.

Tag broken or damaged instruments or equipment for repair and remove items from service.

Prepare specialized instruments and equipment for steam, gas or chemical sterilization as appropriate.

Package instrument sets in a manner that facilitate sterility and ease of use.

Assemble special emergency trays (examples: Crash Laparotromy Set, Peripheral Vascular Set, Chest Set).

Assemble, set up, test and document the set up and testing of specialized equipment (example: drills and flexible scopes).

Load autoclave carts and process instruments, equipment and supplies through the appropriate sterilization cycle.

Verify correct sterilization cycles by checking and signing autoclave printouts and sterilizer load cards.

Perform and document sterilizer function tests using vacuum, chemical and biological indicators; take appropriate action for abnormal results.

Inventory and store sterile instruments, equipment and supplies; restock or re-supply as necessary to maintain appropriate par levels.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduation or equivalent

Three years of experience processing complex trays of surgical instruments and equipment
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally and medically vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine.
Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.?
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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