Sterile Processing Technician
About The Position
MU Healthcare is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician Certified to join our dynamic team! If you thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in ensuring the highest standards of patient care, this role is perfect for you. We seek individuals with a passion for excellence and a commitment to teamwork, who can effectively manage multiple tasks while delivering outstanding customer service. Your meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach will be essential in preparing and sterilizing essential equipment and instruments. Join us in making a meaningful impact on patient safety and care—your skills can help shape the future of healthcare at MU!
Requirements
- One (1) year of experience as a sterile processing tech or surgical tech.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an accredited program for surgical technology or completion of a program for sterile processing; or equivalent training from a military or hospital-based program.
- Experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
- Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Responsibilities
- Disassemble, clean, assemble and test instrumentation for proper functioning.
- Perform and participate in the decontamination, inspection, cleaning assembling and packaging of medical/surgical materials including instruments and equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterile and functioning supply of materials.
- Prepare trays and specialty carts for designated areas according to prescribed procedures.
- Wrap and/or package items for specified areas according to procedures prescribed for those designated areas.
- Operate instrument tracking systems.
- Use knowledge of different types of sterilization materials and equipment to choose the appropriate material for sterilization processes.
- Assist in the maintenance of supply and materials inventory to include documenting usage, issuing, receiving and recording as assigned.
- May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
Benefits
- Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
- Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
- Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
- Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
- Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
