Sterile Processing Technician-Ambulatory Surgery Center - Part-time

Hospital Sisters Health System•O'Fallon, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs sterile processing functions, including the decontamination, quality assurance, and sterilization of equipment, and distributes sterile surgical instrumentation throughout the affiliate and to outside service contracts to support quality patient care and safety. Identifies and remedies equipment failures and hazards that could pose risks to patients. This part-time role is based at the O’Fallon Surgery Center in O’Fallon, Illinois, in the Surgery department. The schedule is 24 hours per week on a day shift, with 8–10-hour shifts on Wednesdays and Fridays, starting at either 0645 or 0800. A high school diploma or GED and one year of sterile processing experience are preferred. Knowledge of nursing procedures, aseptic technique, medical terminology, and infection control is preferred. Wisconsin CRCST certification is preferred; Illinois CRCST certification is required within 18 months of employment. Compensation is $19.50–$28.28 per hour, with the actual rate based on relevant experience, skills, training, certifications, and education.

Requirements

Obtain Illinois Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification within 18 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
One year of sterile processing experience.
Knowledge of nursing procedures, aseptic technique, medical terminology, and infection control.
Wisconsin Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of sterile processing functions.
Decontaminate equipment and conduct quality assurance and sterilization.
Distribute sterile surgical instrumentation throughout the affiliate and to outside service contracts.
Identify and remedy equipment failures and hazards that could pose potential risks to patients.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible colleagues.
Paid Time Off (PTO) combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
Retirement benefits, including HSHS contributions.
Educational assistance of up to $5,250 per calendar year and tuition discounts at select colleges.
Adoption assistance of up to $7,500.
Wellness program with incentives.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance program.
Identity theft coverage.
Colleague rewards and recognition program.
Discount program.