Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

About the position

Sterile Processing Technician - Advanced is responsible for detailed understanding of instrumentation within assigned surgical service line, as well as an assignment areas in sterile processing; provides coverage of Sterile Processing Team Lead responsibilities as needed. Encouraging the collaboration and engagement of the department by providing assistance with onboarding and training of new hires. Sterile Processing Technicians carry out the task of decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices. Ensures the instrumentation is functional and removes defective devices from service. Maintains sufficient inventory and par levels of supplies and instrumentation. An understanding of disinfection and sterilization methodologies and processes is required. Provide excellent customer service exhibiting interpersonal skills to user departments, vendors, and team members. This position requires attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to efficiently prioritize demand. Participation in environmental maintenance responsibilities is necessary to meet regulatory requirements. Sterile Processing Technicians are responsible for following infection control recommendations and standards as described through accreditation agencies. Technicians are expected to engage in other task as needed to maintain functionality of the department.

Responsibilities

• Understand instrumentation within assigned surgical service line.
• Provide coverage of Sterile Processing Team Lead responsibilities as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new hires.
• Carry out decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices.
• Ensure instrumentation is functional and remove defective devices from service.
• Maintain sufficient inventory and par levels of supplies and instrumentation.
• Follow infection control recommendations and standards.
• Engage in environmental maintenance responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of Sterile Processing Technician experience or 18 months of Sterile Processing Technician experience and CRCST certification.
• CRCST Certification required.
• CIS or GI Scope Certification or CHL or CBSPD or CER required.
• Ability to self-direct and function efficiently under minimal supervision required.

Benefits

• Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development
• Discounts to on-campus dining