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Sterile Processing Assistant- Full Time

VCU Health
Posted a month ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Richmond, VA, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Sterile Processing Assistant is responsible for various indirect patient care activities, including the distribution and collection of Central Sterile items from different departments.
  • Candidates are preferred to have previous experience as a Transporter or Storeroom Clerk, although no specific experience is required for hire.
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent is required for this position, with no additional education or certification needed.
  • The job involves physical tasks such as lifting 20-50 lbs and pushing over 100 lbs, and staff may need to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.
  • The salary for this position is not explicitly stated, but it is an entry-level role suitable for those looking to start a career in healthcare.
The Sterile Processing Assistant performs a variety of indirect patient care activities. This includes distribution and picking up of Central Sterile items and trays from various departments and clinics; transportation of items to the Decontamination Room and scans for documentation; unloads carts from washer and unloads rigid containers and properly stores; and scans instrument trays being unloaded to Prep and Packing area. The Sterile Processing Assistant observes infection control practices.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED: N/A

Experience PREFERRED:
Previous work experience as a Transporter or Storeroom Clerk

Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED: N/A

Independent action(s) required:
Functions under the direction of supervisor/manager to provide indirect patient care, emotional support and problem solving all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
Job duties may include the access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:
Central Supply/Processing staff are expected to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or as is in the best interest of the work unit.

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Pushing > 100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment, Frequent and intense customer interactions

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