Sterile Processing Technician Certified

SSM Health • St. Charles, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician Certified role at MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles is more than a career; it's a calling. This position involves inspecting, assembling, and evaluating all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure proper sterilization, completeness, and to identify any need for repair or replacement.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
• No experience required
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols.
• Inspects instruments, equipment and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage through FlexPath Funded.

What This Job Offers

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