Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time - Third Shift

Valley Health System • Winchester, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CRCST Certification required within 18 months or 2080 hours of hire date
• Ability to self-direct and function efficiently under minimal supervision required

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices.
• Ensuring instrumentation is functional and removing defective devices from service.
• Maintaining sufficient inventory and par levels of supplies and instrumentation.
• Providing excellent customer service to user departments, vendors, and team members.
• Participating in environmental maintenance responsibilities to meet regulatory requirements.
• Following infection control recommendations and standards as described through accreditation agencies.
• Engaging in other tasks as needed to maintain functionality of the department.

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED