Job Opportunity At Uchicago Adventhealth
Joining UChicago AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: As Needed for Coverage 8hr shifts
Shift: Days
Location: 701 WINTHROP AVE, Glendale Heights, 60139
The Role You'll Contribute
Under guidance of preceptor is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, assembly, and sterilization of supplies and instrumentation utilized throughout the facility following established national standards and infection control standards.
The value you'll bring to the team:
- Preceptorship until competencies verified.
- Receives soiled and contaminated instruments or equipment from surgery/ Anesthesia/ nursing units.
- Appropriately prepares, cleans, and disinfects instruments and equipment.
- Inspects all instruments and equipment for damages, malfunction or unacceptable condition.
- Prepares instruments and equipment for sterilization by ascertaining correct item and number when applicable.
- Assists with maintaining adequate supply level.
- Maintains cleanliness and proper order in the work area.
- Assists with supply preparation for surgical cases.
- Maintains required records on sterilization.
- Proficient use of all equipment.
- Assures that proper sterilization procedures are performed.
- Assures the effectiveness of the sterilizing process.
- Knowledgeable in the stocking and par levels for the Nursing units.
- Tracks and recovers equipment and instruments issued to the Nursing units.
- Demonstrates dependability and flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Assumes on call assignment.
- Responsible for personal and professional development.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
- High School Grad or Equiv Required or Technical/Vocational School Required
- Associate Preferred
- One or more years of Work Experience Preferred
- Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Preferred or Certified Sterile Processing Tech (CSPD) Preferred or Central Supply Tech (IAHCSMM) Preferred
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Preferred
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.