Performs and participates in the decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. + Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization). + Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad). + Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer). + Participates in the coordination of all aspects of department’s services. + Serves as the resource for information for employees and customers. + Models team behaviors to frontline employees. + Manages departmental bar code system (SPM ORMIS). + Serves as preceptor in all areas of CSS (decontam, distribution, assembly and sterilizers) + Must maintain a minimum of two advanced or specialty operations + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Position Compensation Range: $20.28 - $31.43 Hourly MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Experience: 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Licensure: **This position requires:** Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through HSPA **OR** CSPDT (Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD **AND** (1) additional following certification: CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist), CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocess), or CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) *Within 6 months of hire into this role* PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. _The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._