Sterile Processing Tech 2 - St. Vincent Medical Center - PRN

Mercy Health BSMH • Toledo, OH

10h

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Sterile Processing Tech 2 inspects, cleans, assembles, and sterilizes patient care equipment, supplies, and instruments according to established policies, procedures, and manufacturers’ instructions. The role distributes equipment, instruments, and supplies throughout the Medical Center and satellite facilities, and is responsible for processing surgery instruments and equipment. Primary duties may vary depending on the assigned area.

The position collects soiled and reusable items, decontaminates instruments, trays, and equipment, operates sterilizing equipment, and verifies that processed instruments meet sterility criteria for use in the operating room. It also inventories, stocks, and delivers supplies and equipment; maintains reserve stock levels; builds case cart requisitions; and fulfills routine and immediate surgical material requests. The role documents quality-control activities and maintains standards related to sterilization and infection control. It may also perform instrument technician duties and assist with new employee orientation, department meetings, in-services, and quality assurance and improvement planning.

This is a PRN collective bargaining unit position. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Central Service Technician by CBSPD or IAHCSMM, or obtain certification within one year of hire.
• Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn infection-control policies.

Responsibilities

• Collect soiled and reusable equipment and instruments and manually or mechanically decontaminate instruments, trays, and equipment using established procedures.
• Operate sterilizing equipment according to policies, procedures, and manufacturers’ instructions, and ensure processed instrumentation meets sterility criteria before distribution for operating-room use.
• Inventory, stock, and deliver supplies, carts, equipment, and instruments throughout the facility as needed.
• Determine adequate reserve supply levels for routine and emergency use; rotate stock and inspect for expired items.
• Ensure perioperative room stock is placed in designated areas and notify the supply chain supervisor of missing items on case cart pick sheets.
• Assist with orientation of new employees and participate in department meetings, in-services, and QA/QI planning.
• Perform and document sterile-processing quality-control activities and maintain quality assurance standards related to sterilization and infection control.
• Document and maintain controlled activities, including equipment sterilization, PAR levels, and sterile wraps, according to accepted standards and protocols.
• Perform instrument technician duties as needed.
• Build case cart requisitions and fulfill immediate surgical material requests, delivering items to end users throughout the facility, including perioperative and cardiovascular operating rooms.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED