Works independently, performing all tasks related to the reprocessing and sterilization of surgical instruments. These tasks include maintenance, decontamination, prepping, sterilization, and proper handling and storage.
About PIH Health:
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network comprises PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services, and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care, and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical knowledge of sterile processing procedures and surgical instruments
- Independent performer
- Assertive
- Good interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Detail oriented
- Adaptability
Required Qualifications:
- High school graduate or GED
- Knowledge of surgical instruments and their use
- Knowledge of supplies and equipment used during sterile processing
- LA City fire card within 6 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management) certification preferred
- Previous experience in sterile processing preferred