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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
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High School, GED or formal educational equivalent
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Responsibilities:
Disassembles surgical instruments and medical materials.
Cleans instruments manually and/or using specialized machines to ensure all bioburden is removed.
Assembles instrument sets after cleaning.
Inspects instruments and trays for completeness, function, and proper condition.
Packages and wraps instrument sets according to sterile processing standards.
Uses sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, Sterrad, System 1E).
Performs routine tests including biological/diagnostic checks to confirm proper sterilization.
Records and interprets test results accurately.
Loads and transports prepared instrument sets to/from Central Sterile Supply (CSS).
Ensures proper and organized storage of instruments and equipment.
Assists OR personnel in locating needed supplies and instruments.
Fulfills urgent requests and maintain timely supply flow to support surgeries.
Maintains accurate records of instrument loads and processing.
Communicates professionally, especially during high-pressure or urgent situations involving OR needs.
Reports to and work under the direction of the Sterile Processing Supervisor.
May perform other duties as assigned.
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.