COHO IS is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Service (SPS) Technician (also known as Medical Supply Technician) to augment current VA staffing on an as-needed basis to the Phoenix Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (PVAHCS) at 650 East Indian School Road Phoenix, AZ.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- The Sterile Processing Service Technician shall rotate assignments among the various sterilization, process, decontamination, surgical/ dental tray assembly, flexible endoscope reprocessing, reusable inventory, medical equipment processing, and quality assurance functions.
- Cleans, decontaminates, assembles, and disinfects scope trays and equipment following established tray lists and manufactures recommendations.
- Promotes best practice by demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care.
- Maintains accurate records and inventory of supplies.
- Responsible for performing advanced, complex, multistep processes and delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient and various procedural areas within the hospital.
- Work closely with other members of the healthcare team to ensure that all equipment and instruments are available and in proper condition for patient care.
Qualifications:
Contracted Sterile Processing Services Technician staff must meet one (1) or more of the following requirements.
- Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or higher by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM/HSPA).
- Graduation from a nationally recognized CRCST training program with a minimum of 2 current years of documented work in the field.
- Graduation from a nationally recognized Operating Room Technician training program with a minimum of 2 current years of documented work experience in a Sterile Processing Service environment.
- Graduation from a US military training program for Surgical Technicians with a minimum of 2 current years of documented work experience in a Sterile Processing Service environment.
- VA Level 2 certification with a minimum of 2 years of current work experience in the SPS environment.
- Non-Certified technicians with documented and verifiable SPS hands-on work experience for a minimum of 5 years.
Work/Schedule Hours:
- Contract Sterile Processing Service Technicians weekly hours can range from eight (8) to forty (40) hours per week.
- Contract Sterile Processing Service Technicians shall be available Monday-Sunday with five possible Tour of Duties: Tour 1 – 6:00am – 2:30pmTour 2 – 8:00am – 4:30pmTour 3 – 2:30pm – 11:00pmTour 4 – 3:30pm – 12:00amTour 5 – 9:00pm – 5:30am
- Contract Sterile Processing Service Technicians may rotate shifts as needed.
About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:
Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.
The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.
Copper River’s Culture
The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Open leave policy and paid holidays
- Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.