Sterile Processing Specialist (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. This role demonstrates competence in all aspects of sterile processing: decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, sterile storage, and distribution of sterile medical devices. Responsible for safe handling and care of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Tests, monitors, and operates sterile processing equipment. May also be responsible for pulling instruments and supplies for case carts for scheduled surgical cases.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in Sterile Processing preferred, or successful completion of STHS apprenticeship.
• Sterile Processing (CBSPD or CRCST) certification within 12 months of hire: A certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Sterile Processing Technician or certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) OR Sterile Processing applicant able to attain certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competence in all aspects of sterile processing: decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, sterile storage, and distribution of sterile medical devices.
• Responsible for safe handling and care of equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Tests, monitors, and operates sterile processing equipment.
• May also be responsible for pulling instruments and supplies for case carts for scheduled surgical cases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED