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Job ID89419

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

This is the full performance level for the occupation. Receives contaminated semi critical reusable medical devices in the decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment as well. Disassembles the devices and determines the correct cleaning method. Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all processes and equipment.

Additional Information

Department Name: Lower Level Disinfection Job Status: Fulltime Shift: Several Shifts Available (Listed Below) - Please select shift preference during application process. 1 overnight 8:30 pm to 7am Sun-Thurs 2 evening shifts 3pm to 1130pm (Variable Days) 1 morning shift 7a - 330p Wed-Sun

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Perform equipment inventory to verify quantities on hand in the department and on units. Deliver clean equipment and picks up dirty equipment as needed and as directed. Orders patient specific rental equipment. Assists in various projects involving department. Meets minimum department productivity standards. Understands customer needs, expectations, and performs appropriate customer service. All personnel who are involved in reprocessing of devices are responsible for following the department policy and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) drafted in accordance with the manufacturers written recommendations. Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention Control should be consulted when clarification of written instructions is needed. No one should be reprocessing any reusable medical devices based upon vendors verbal instructions alone. All personnel that are in any way involved in reprocessing of devices must have documented training in the setup, reprocessing and maintenance of specific equipment. Validation of competency will be done according to national po icy guidelines. All personnel that have the responsibility of reprocessing devices can suspend the use of any devices if they suspect that the device was not properly cleaned, disinfected. Understanding the importance of devices and the significant impact on our patient population through risk of infectious disease.

Other Information

Guidelines: Trains in the field and assists higher level personnel to acquire learning through practical experience.