Sterile Processing Technician

Geisinger•Muncy, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing, and distributing reusable surgical instruments and medical equipment. The role ensures instruments and equipment are functional and sterile to help prevent infection, following applicable regulatory guidelines and protocols. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The technician maintains sterilization and equipment records, manages inventory and expiration dates, and may precept new employees. The position requires certification within 18 months of hire or compliance with state grandfathering guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 2 years of related work experience.
Obtain Certified Sterile Processing Technician certification within 18 months of hire through HSPA or CBSPD, or meet state grandfathering guidelines.
Skills in infection control, mathematics, multitasking, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Collect used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
Manually clean supplies, remove waste matter, and operate and maintain decontamination equipment.
Prepare and pack decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
Monitor and operate sterilization equipment.
Precept new employees.
Examine supplies to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
Test sterilization equipment and report issues or problems.
Sterilize, prepare, wrap, and organize equipment into instrument trays for medical procedures.
Prepare and deliver equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
Maintain records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
Control inventory, reorder supplies, and check expiration dates.
Comply with job-specific obligations and organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
Up to $3 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
Up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse.
Health insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
Up to $5,000 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Three medical plan choices, including flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
Competitive 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions beginning on the first day of employment.
PTO plan that allows employees to earn additional time quickly.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with incentives.
Adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
On-the-job training and education.
Professional opportunities for growth and advancement.
Employee referral incentive program.
Vision and dental benefits, including coverage for domestic partners.