High Level Disinfection Technician - Days job opportunity at VCU Health.



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VCU Health High Level Disinfection Technician - Days
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loacation Richmond, VA, United States Of America
loacation Richmond, VA....United States Of America

**$6,500.00 Sign on Bonus for offers accepted by December 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026 . Terms and Conditions apply** The High Level Disinfection Technician, under the supervision of a manager or supervisor, performs a variety of indirect patient care activities. This may include cleaning and high-level disinfection (HLD) of medical devices and equipment. Must be fully competent on all medical devices requiring high level disinfection which includes upwards of over 1,000 devices across over 100 different models. The High Level Disinfection Technician will ensure devices are cleaned and disinfected following the appropriate cleaning process which varies according to manufacturer and/or medical device. This job observes strict patient confidentiality following all HIPAA rules and regulations and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times. Essential Job Statements Decontaminates, high level disinfects (HLD) equipment.   Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment used in the high-level disinfection rooms to include flushing devices, automated endoscope processors (AERs), leak testing devices and drying cabinets.  Demonstrates knowledge of chemical disinfectants and proper usage.  Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and appropriate safety measures to include personal protective equipment.  Maintains a clean and safe environment.  Ensures presence of all required biological and chemical indicators and validates the sterilization process by reading, interpreting and documenting all indicator results.  Follows manufacturers’ recommendation for correct sterilization and high-level disinfection methods and parameters which includes upwards of over 1,000 devices with over 100 different models.  Adheres to the established policies addressing the confidentiality of patient information.  Stores all items according to established standards.   Rotates stock as necessary to ensure timely usage of items.  Demonstrates the ability to track medical devices, supplies, and equipment with automated tracking system and to fill out routine orders for all service areas (if applicable).  Performs other duties as assigned and/or participates in special projects in order to support the mission of VCUHS and the Department. Assists team members. Accepts alternate assignments, as required, graciously.  Maintains all required documentation for the medical devices and the equipment that is used in the HLD rooms.   Patient Population Not applicable to this position.  Employment Qualifications  Required Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent.  Immediately after employment: Completion with a passing grade of the VCUHS on-line course for reprocessing of flexible endoscopes.     Preferred Education:  Licensure/Certification Required:  Current GI/Endoscope certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)    Licensure/Certification Preferred: N/A Minimum Qualifications  Years and Type of Required Experience  At least one year of prior High Level Disinfection experience  Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:  Cultural Responsiveness: Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:  Two to Three years of prior High Level Disinfection experience preferred  Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged sitting, Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Frequent and intense customer interactions Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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