Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Processing - FT - Weekend

Stormont-Vail HealthCare • Topeka, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician prepares, assembles, cleans, and sterilizes instruments and some equipment used in medical examinations, surgeries, and other clinical procedures. The role ensures strict adherence to sterilization processes so instruments, equipment, and supplies are safe for reuse in patient care. This is a full-time, weekend-only position requiring 36 hours per week. It is on-site and not patient-facing, with no supervisory or budget responsibility.

Requirements

• Experience in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.
• Experience in a surgery environment is preferred.
• Sterile processing experience is preferred.
• Ability to perform the described sterile processing functions at a high level of skill.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) certification is preferred.
• Experience in a surgery environment.
• Sterile processing experience.
• Experience in an acute care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of chemicals, detergents, and other cleaning or disinfecting agents used in the department.
• Assemble trays and peel packs, including identifying contents, internal chemical indicators, lot control numbers, wrapping, labeling, and sterilization methods.
• Follow precautions and procedures for steam and Sterrad sterilization methods.
• Perform decontamination according to manufacturers’ written instructions for use and safety protocols.
• Work as part of a team while remaining self-motivated and adaptable to change.
• Perform biological testing procedures.
• Identify instruments, sets, and equipment.
• Operate equipment appropriate to the job role.
• Complete record-keeping and reporting related to decontamination and sterilization.
• Maintain a clean, professional, and safe work area.
• Perform work accurately and efficiently to avoid rework and errors.
• Restock shelves in Sterile Storage and other areas to maintain defined inventory par levels for supplies, instrument trays, and other items.
• Communicate process or equipment problems promptly to appropriate leadership.
• Follow hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Comply with Stormont Vail Health policies, standards, mandatory training, and requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed