Associate Sterile Processing Technician - General Surgery

Providence•Missoula, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The OR Core Technician receives case carts from CP for surgical procedures, picks suture and gloves for each procedure, and clears cases. They assist room staff by ensuring carts are organized and supplies are accessible for quick retrieval. The OR Core Tech is responsible for maintaining core inventory, performing cycle counts and managing outdates, keeping the core area orderly, filling warmers, rotating stock, wrapping core items, and maintaining a clean, safe workplace. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Patrick Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association within 1 year of hire
National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution within 1 year of hire

Nice To Haves

Upon hire: Current certification as Central Processing Technician or current certification as OR Technician
Experience in Sterile Processing.

Responsibilities

Receives case carts from CP for surgical procedures.
Picks suture and gloves for each procedure.
Clears cases.
Assists room staff by having carts organized and supplies accessible for quick retrieval.
Maintains core inventory.
Performs cycle counts and manages outdates.
Keeps the core area orderly.
Fills warmers.
Rotates stock.
Wraps core items.
Maintains a clean, safe workplace.