Under the general direction of the Sterile Processing TechManager and the Management Services Officers (MSO), serve as an instrumenttechnician within the Sterile Processing Department of the Ronald Reagan UCLAMain Operating rooms. Comply with department standards inclusive of:attendance, dress code, and varied work schedule. Functions as professionalmember of the Perioperative team. Ability to independently function as anexpert in care and handling of surgical instrumentation to includedecontamination, assembly, and sterilization. Ability to operatedecontamination equipment, sterilization equipment, and (HLD) high leveldisinfection. Understand the storage dating and rotation of supplies accordingto regulatory agencies. Follow professional organization practices. Salary range: $24.18-$28.89 Hourly

We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with: * Working knowledge of aseptic technique, sterile fields and the principles of an Operating Room decontamination required. * Prefer demonstrated skills in proper maintenance and cleaning of instrumentation. * Correct use of various decontamination equipment and instrument/tray sterilizers. * Working knowledge of bacteriology and medical terminology preferred. * Oral and written skills to collect and relay information accurately. * Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with all staff. * Skill in performing calmly during emergent and /or stressful situations by taking an appropriate action. * Skill in working as part of a team. * Ability in the correct usage of proper English grammar and vocabulary to orient and train team members. * Ability to lift surgical trays weighing up to 25lbs, handle surgical case carts weighing up to 200lbs. * Ability to stand for long periods of time. * Graduate of accredited Sterile Processing program, Surgical Tech program or relevant experience. * Certification preferred (IAHCSMM)