Sterile Processing Technician
About The Position
As a Sterile Processing Technician at Rapides Regional Medical Center, you will help deliver safe, high-quality surgical care by ensuring instruments are thoroughly cleaned, sterilized, organized, and ready when needed. The role supports patient safety and efficient surgeries through careful attention to sterilization standards, documentation, and preparation of instruments and supplies. You will work closely with nurses and surgeons to anticipate procedural needs. Previous experience is preferred. A high school diploma or GED is required. A CSPDT or CSPT certification must be obtained within two years of the employment start date.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED.
- Obtain a CSPDT (Cert Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) or CSPT (Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician) certification within two years of the employment start date.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments and supplies in accordance with safety standards.
- Monitor sterilization cycles, document results, and promptly resolve issues.
- Prepare and organize instrument trays and surgical rooms according to the daily schedule and procedural needs.
- Safely handle and dispose of biohazardous materials and keep the work area clean and organized.
- Work with nurses and surgeons to anticipate needs and support efficient surgeries.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
- Free counseling and referral services.
- Paid time off and paid family leave.
- Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
- Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
- Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
- Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
