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Description: Job Summary:The Sterile Processing Technician is assigned full performance level duties to include decontamination, preparation, sterilization, maintenance and distribution of sterilized instruments and medical equipment. The position also includes management of sterile supplies, equipment knowledge, and maintenance of instrument repair process.Essential Responsibilities:Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments and equipment; assembles, wraps (as applicable) and sterilizes trays of instruments, scopes and other medical equipment.Monitors biological and chemical solutions to ensure consistency and quality decontamination of instruments, scopes and equipment.Makes instruments, scopes and equipment available to end users on schedule.Coordinates instrument, scope and equipment needs with the Operating Room, Clinics and other end users.Works in conjunction with on-site Materials Management representatives to maintain par levels, submit ordering requisitions.Verifies sterilization, washing and decontamination equipment is functioning properly.Maintains sterilization records per department protocol.Assists with instrument tracking of repairs and maintenance.Performs other related duties as directed. Basic Qualifications: Experience Minimum two (2) years of experience as instrument processing technician in an ambulatory surgery setting required. Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived. Education High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Registered Central Service Technician Certificate OR Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution - Technician Certification Additional Requirements:Understanding of aseptic techniques and sterilization methods required.Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software required.Knowledgeable about the AAMI standards and order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak and see required.Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: Hospital setting experience pletion of central supply technology course preferred. Primary Location: Maryland,Gaithersburg,Gaithersburg Medical Office 655 Watkins Mill Rd. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 03:00 PM Working Hours End: 11:30 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: M40OPEIULocal 2 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Gaithersburg HUB Medical Cntrt - Day Surgery-CentralSteril - 1808 Pay Range: $24.21 - $28.94 / hour Sign on bonus: $6000.00 The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest Load More