Sterile Processing Technician

Sanford Health • Eau Claire, WI

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About The Position

Sanford Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure patient-care and surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments are properly inventoried, decontaminated, assembled, inspected, packaged, sterilized, stored, distributed, and tracked throughout the health system. The role follows standard operating procedures, policies, and Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines; identifies potential or actual processing errors and follows up according to procedure or management instruction; completes assigned tasks on time; maintains workflow continuity; and uses applicable inventory systems.

Requirements

• Must be certified and maintain certification in Central Service Technology.
• For positions in Fargo, North Dakota, Central Service Technology certification (CRCST) is required within 24 months of the hire date.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must have strong communication and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least 12 months of experience in Sterile Processing and/or Central Distribution is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inventory, decontaminate, assemble, inspect, package, sterilize, store, distribute, and track patient-care and surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments.
• Follow standard operating procedures, policies, and Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines.
• Recognize potential and actual processing errors and follow up according to procedure or management instruction.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and maintain continuity in workflow.
• Use applicable inventory systems.

What This Job Offers

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