Job Description

Central Processing Assistant (48X)

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide customer service and support to Central Processing Unit (CPU) operations. Incumbent works directly with CPU Management to ensure critical supplies are readily available and PAR levels are set adequately. Incumbent is also responsible for adding and removing CPU supplies to and from our perpetual inventory to supplement fast moving items from depleting and becoming outdated, and notifies CPU staff of any supply changes, IE, back orders, overstock, substitute and discontinued products and recommending permanent replacement products in conjunction with the Purchasing Department. Incumbent must independently ensure that tasks are timely prioritized and that all shift - assigned tasks are completed. Special assignments are to be completed if/when regularly-scheduled tasks are completed, therefore incumbent must be self-motivated and in sync with co-workers on project status. Primarily assigned to work the hospital operating departments, the incumbent singularly represents the entire department. Therefore, the individual must serve as a technical expert and perform tasks and posses overall skills and knowledge regarding: Central Processing supplies operating room medical supplies, patient equipment; patient care organizational information and the resources to draw upon; overall Central Processing Unit general functions.

Apply By October 12 , 2024

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience with ordering and stocking Operating Room supplies.
• Experience using Operating Room instrumentation, equipment and knowing their applications and suitable substitutions.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - CENTRAL PROCESSING / OPERATING ROOM INVENTORY CONTROL & REPLENISHMENT
• 25% - DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIALS
• 5% - COST CONTAINMENT
• 5% - CLEANLINESS & SAFETY
• 5% - OTHER DUTIES

Department Overview


Central Processing is one unit within Perioperative Services that supports operating rooms and procedural areas by cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing surgical instrumentation and equipment, flexible and ridged scopes, and case-picking equipment. The Central Processing Unit also supports Patient Care Services and the Primary Care Network: within the health system by cleaning, disinfecting reusable equipment and the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization of surgical instrumentation used by these services. The central processing unit also cleans and restocks all emergency crash carts; first responder bags, airway boxes and ICU transport bags for the Health System. The Central processing unit manages fiscal, materiel, and human resources to support the planning and coordination of surgical care and other patient care in the hospital and clinics. Responsibilities are focused on the technical aspects of cleaning, disinfecting, inspecting, sterilizing and putting together functional instruments and equipment for surgical services. Other responsibilities are disinfecting, cleaning and reassembling equipment i.e., ventilators and other patient care equipment.



P osition Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $29.27 - $36.39
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 279
• UC Job Title: HOSP BLANK AST 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 8 hours
• Location: 48X (4868XST)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site

Benefits


Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .


If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
  
  
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
  
  
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
  
  
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  
  
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  
  
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  
  
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
  
  
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
  
  
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
  
  
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
  
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
  
  
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
  
  
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff
  Physical Demands
  
  • Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  Environmental Demands
  
  • Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  Mental Demands
  
  • Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  Work Environment
  May be assigned to work at any Periop Sterile Processing to meet operational needs.
  Special Requirements
  
  • This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
  • This is a positions with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials
  • This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
  At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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  About University of California Davis Health System

  UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.

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