Sterile Core Technician ASC at Vancouver Clinic in Vancouver, Washington

Job Description:

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including two doses of a 2-dose series or a single dose of a 1-dose series prior to start date. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days post series completion date.

Responsible for preparing case carts for surgery, ordering, receiving and distribution of all supplies within primary and secondary storage areas needed for the ASC.

Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00am to 4:30pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the ordering, receiving and distribution of all supplies within primary and secondary storage areas needed for the ASC


• Responsible for inventory management and tracking as well as system maintenance including but not limited to; replacement/repair of barcodes, rotation of stock, use of LEAN principles in inventory management (2 bin, Kanban etc)


• Management of back ordered supplies in coordination with ASC staff to assure appropriate supplies are ready for case start including communication with buyer for substitution of items


• Evaluation and adjustment of appropriate PAR levels of supplies based on ASC need


• Process returns when necessary


• Tracking of tissue (grafts etc.) in accordance with regulatory guidelines to ensure adequate supply and appropriate handling


• Obtain/coordinate the procurement of specialty supplies (soft goods) with needed instrumentation


• Responsible for preparing all the soft goods for surgery cases at least two days prior to start


• Support ASC initiatives as developed by leadership

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.


• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.


• Demonstrated patient-centered and customer focused communication skills.


• Medical terminology and use of computer systems knowledge needed


• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems


• Establishes and maintains vendor/rep relationships.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Minimum of one year of experience in the operating room environment, sterile processing, surgical tech, or hospital supply chain system required.


• Inventory management experience strongly preferred.

Pay Range:
$23.51 - $32.91

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, with employer contributions after your first year of employment. Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked, totaling 120 hours in the first year for full time staff and 200 hours in the first year for full time supervisors and above, increasing in subsequent years. PTO and Personal Time accruals are pro-rated by FTE/hours worked. Non-benefits eligible employees will accrue Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked. Employees will also enjoy up to six paid holidays per year, depending on schedule. Contact your recruiter for more information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug screen, background screen, and immunization requirements.