Sterile Processing Technician - The Orthopeadic and Spine Hospital (TOSH)

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician supports patient care at The Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital (TOSH) by decontaminating medical instruments and materials, preparing them for reuse, and meeting the sterile instrument and equipment needs of the Operating Room. The role involves disassembling and cleaning instruments by hand or machine, inspecting and testing them, assembling and packaging sets, and transporting prepared loads for processing and storage. The position requires understanding the urgency of Operating Room requests and communicating professionally, including under pressure. The posting will fill multiple positions and notes opportunities for growth within the department and healthcare profession. The position answers directly to the Sterile Processing Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to follow oral instructions, read, and write.
• Computer literacy in Word and Excel.
• Good communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of Sterile Processing Department leadership experience or surgical technical experience.
• IAHCSMM/CBSPD certification: CRCST or CIS.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate medical instruments and materials by disassembling and cleaning them by hand and/or machine.
• Assemble and package instruments; inspect and test them; reassemble sets; place sets in proper containers and/or wrapping; and load and transport carts with prepared sets.
• Maintain a record of loads and items removed from the department for processing.
• Transport loads to and from CSS and prepare proper storage of instruments and equipment.
• Use and test sterilizing equipment.
• Perform dart and biological tests for autoclaves and diagnostic and biological tests for the Steris sterilizer.
• Record and accurately interpret test results.
• Assist Operating Room staff and help locate needed supplies and equipment.
• Communicate professionally, including when responding to demanding or stressful requests.
• Meet the Operating Room's sterile instrument and equipment needs, understanding the urgency of staff requests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution match of up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

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