****EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO LAUNCH A BRAND-NEW AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER****

ABOUT US

The Oakville Ambulatory Surgery Center is in the final stages of construction, located in the Potomac Yards area of Alexandria. This will be a state-of-the-art facility in a brand-new Inova medical campus slated to open in mid-2024.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Sterile Processing Technician to be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and sterilizing all equipment, supplies and/or instruments.

WORK SCHEDULE: 

• Monday-Friday
• Day shift only, no nights, weekends, call, or holidays
• 5X8 (0530-1400)

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Perform and oversee the activities involved in decontaminating, inspecting, cleaning, processing, assembling, storing, and sterilizing reusable surgical instruments
• Ensure staff follow cleaning procedures per manufacturer's instructions
• Prioritizes immediate needs for the scheduled cases of the day
• Ensures satisfactory completion of instruments and supplies for the following day's cases
• Acts as liaison between the Sterile Processing Department, the Operating Room and the nursing staff to meet all sterile processing needs
• Responsible for education within the department and training of new staff
• Reviews documentation, sterilization test results, and equipment monitors and records for accuracy
• Coordinates maintenance and service of equipment
• Works closely with Infection Control Consultant and OR Manager to ensure all assignments are performed in accordance with the ASC Standards for sterility control
• Keeps OR Manager informed of problems or issues with staff, vendors, and equipment in a timely manner
• Perform other tasks as assigned

EXPERIENCE YOU'LL NEED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• IAHCSMM/CBSPD Certification
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Sterile Processing with one year in a lead or charge role preferred
• Experience with inventory control, tracking systems, purchasing, and use of computers, decontamination, and sterilization systems
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Must be able to organize and prioritize work
• Must be able to work well with others

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program - up to $10,000!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life & Disability Coverage
• Healthcare and Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement