Sterile Processing Technician - Days

Geisinger • Pittston, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments and medical equipment. The goal is to ensure their proper functionality and sterility to prevent infection within a healthcare facility, adhering to strict guidelines and protocols established by regulatory agencies. The position is full-time, working days from 9 am to 5 pm. A $1500 signing bonus is available for eligible candidates. Training is provided to obtain the required certification within 18 months of hire.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• CRCST certification through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) required within 18 months of hire or must meet state grandfathering guidelines.
• Infection Control
• Mathematics
• Multitasking
• Teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Already certified Sterile Processing Technician

Responsibilities

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
• Acts as a preceptor new employees.
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance
• short-term disability coverage
• long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contribution
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program
• adoption assistance
• fertility assistance
• parental leave pay
• military leave pay
• free Care.com membership with discounted backup care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Universal life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Legal insurance

What This Job Offers

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