Sterile Processing Tech Associate

UCHealth•Longmont, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Tech Associate develops the skills necessary to perform entry-level core sterile processing functions. This is an onsite position at UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital in Longmont, Colorado, in the LPH Sterile Process department. The role is full-time, scheduled for 80 hours per two-week pay period, with a flexible shift. Pay is $21.49–$27.94 per hour, depending on relevant experience. The position performs decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of instruments and equipment according to applicable instructions for use (IFUs). It also documents work using instrument-tracking software or paper records as required. The employee must use critical thinking and decisive judgment, work with minimal supervision, and respond appropriately in a fast-paced environment. UCHealth describes a comprehensive total rewards program that includes performance and market-based pay programs, health and well-being resources, paid time off and leave, insurance, retirement and savings plans, and education and career-growth programs. Eligibility for some programs depends on scheduled work hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Within one year of hire, obtain either CSPDT certification from CBSPD or CRCST certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Responsibilities

Perform instrument and equipment decontamination and cleaning according to IFUs.
Disassemble items before selecting the appropriate cleaning method.
Visually inspect instruments and equipment before appropriate assembly and packaging.
Sterilize instruments and equipment according to IFUs, inspecting external indicators, filters, and labels for appropriateness.
Document work using instrument-tracking software or paper documentation as required.
Use critical thinking and decisive judgment within the scope of the job, work with minimal supervision, and take appropriate action in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus.
Annual merit pay increase based on performance.
Annual market reviews of positions and base pay adjustments as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave, and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available when enrolled in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
Other qualifying education programs may receive up to $10,000 per year prepaid by UCHealth or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning courses and seminars and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.