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UWMC-Montlake Central Supplies Processing Department (CSPD) has an outstanding opportunity for a STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN 1 / HOSPITAL CENTRAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN
WORK SCHEDULE
- 40 hours per week
- Evening Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- CSPD is instrumental to patient care and provides cleaning, reprocessing & sterilization support services to Surgical Services and UW Medicine customers.
- We are open 24/7. We collect, reprocess & stock an average of 6,500 surgical trays and some 6,500 items a week.
- Our team focuses on compliance with all necessary regulatory requirements and quality assurances in order to provide the highest quality surgical Instruments.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Decontaminate, process, sterilize and assemble complex arrangements of specialized and intricate surgical instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical procedures following established guidelines
- Prioritize the need for instruments, equipment and supplies based on the scheduled surgical cases, surgeries in process and surgical cases added during the work schedule
- Identify and sort contaminated instruments and equipment
- Disassemble and reassemble items with multiple parts
- Recognize dissembled parts of intricate instruments and equipment; reassemble and/or return to appropriate trays
- Determine and use the appropriate decontamination procedure
- Disassemble and decontaminate equipment and instruments using approved disinfectants, detergents, soaps, cleaners and processing methods
- Collect and dispose of large volumes of biohazardous waste materials from surgical procedures
- Inspect, test, reassemble, test for proper functioning, package, label and date instrumentation and equipment
- Serve as a liaison between the surgical services staff, clinics, and CSPD staff to communicate status of requests for instruments and equipment
- Provide technical support and assistance to operating room staff within a sterile environment regarding the assembly and operation of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduation or equivalent AND One year of experience as a Hospital Central Service Technician Trainee
OR
equivalent education/experience.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center - Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - A HIGHER DEGREE OF HEALTHCARE
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$25.08 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$35.90 hourly
Other Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
WFSE Campuswide
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Job Description
UWMC-Montlake Central Supplies Processing Department (CSPD) has an outstanding opportunity for a STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN 1 / HOSPITAL CENTRAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN
WORK SCHEDULE
- 40 hours per week
- Evening Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- CSPD is instrumental to patient care and provides cleaning, reprocessing & sterilization support services to Surgical Services and UW Medicine customers.
- We are open 24/7. We collect, reprocess & stock an average of 6,500 surgical trays and some 6,500 items a week.
- Our team focuses on compliance with all necessary regulatory requirements and quality assurances in order to provide the highest quality surgical Instruments.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Decontaminate, process, sterilize and assemble complex arrangements of specialized and intricate surgical instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical procedures following established guidelines
- Prioritize the need for instruments, equipment and supplies based on the scheduled surgical cases, surgeries in process and surgical cases added during the work schedule
- Identify and sort contaminated instruments and equipment
- Disassemble and reassemble items with multiple parts
- Recognize dissembled parts of intricate instruments and equipment; reassemble and/or return to appropriate trays
- Determine and use the appropriate decontamination procedure
- Disassemble and decontaminate equipment and instruments using approved disinfectants, detergents, soaps, cleaners and processing methods
- Collect and dispose of large volumes of biohazardous waste materials from surgical procedures
- Inspect, test, reassemble, test for proper functioning, package, label and date instrumentation and equipment
- Serve as a liaison between the surgical services staff, clinics, and CSPD staff to communicate status of requests for instruments and equipment
- Provide technical support and assistance to operating room staff within a sterile environment regarding the assembly and operation of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduation or equivalent AND One year of experience as a Hospital Central Service Technician Trainee
OR
equivalent education/experience.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center - Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - A HIGHER DEGREE OF HEALTHCARE
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$25.08 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$35.90 hourly
Other Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
WFSE Campuswide
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Hospital Service Technician
Target hospitals enrolled in E-Verify
Facilities already enrolled in E-Verify have established immigration compliance infrastructure, which strongly correlates with willingness to file PERM. Filter your search to E-Verify employers and confirm sponsorship intent before investing time in an application.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Hospital Service Technician roles at facilities with green card sponsorship history. Filtering by EB-3 filing activity helps you avoid roles where the employer has never initiated a PERM case.
Benchmark your wage against the OFLC Wage Search
PERM filings must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Look up your role in the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer so you know what wage floor the employer must certify.
Clarify sponsorship timing before accepting an offer
Some employers sponsor only after a probationary period of six to twelve months. Get the timeline in writing before you accept, since PERM advertising must begin while you're still eligible to adjust status or maintain valid work authorization.
Understand the PERM audit risk for service roles
DOL audits PERM applications at higher rates when recruitment documentation is thin. Ask your employer which recruitment steps they plan to run beyond the two mandatory Sunday ads, since audits can add six to twelve months to your timeline.
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Find Hospital Service Technician JobsHospital Service Technician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hospital Service Technician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Hospital Service Technician positions qualify under EB-3, which covers skilled workers in roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 applies if the role is redefined to require an advanced degree and the employer can document that business necessity, which is uncommon for this job title. EB-3 is the standard path for this occupation.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The H-1B requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation needing a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which Hospital Service Technician roles rarely satisfy. Green card sponsorship through PERM and EB-3 has no annual lottery and no specialty-occupation test. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM typically takes one to two years before you even file the I-140, whereas an H-1B can authorize work within months.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor Hospital Service Technicians for green cards?
Large acute-care hospital systems, long-term care networks, and dialysis center chains sponsor the most PERM cases for service technician roles because they have dedicated HR and legal teams to manage the process. Smaller clinics and outpatient facilities sometimes sponsor but less consistently. Searching facilities that have filed PERM cases before is the most reliable filter, which you can do through Migrate Mate.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If you change employers before USCIS approves your I-140, the PERM certification is void and the new employer must restart the process from the beginning. After I-140 approval, portability rules under AC21 let you transfer an approved petition to a new employer in the same or similar occupation, provided your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days.
Can country of birth affect how long my EB-3 green card process takes?
Yes. Nationals of countries with high immigration demand, particularly India and China, face priority-date backlogs that can extend the wait from I-140 approval to green card issuance by several years. Nationals of most other countries currently face little or no backlog at the EB-3 level. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin published by the State Department to understand where your priority date stands relative to current cut-off dates.
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