Sterile Processing Technician - Paoli Hospital

Main Line Health • Paoli, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Tech performs complete and thorough decontamination, along with knowledge of processing of reusable instrumentation and patient care equipment. Has knowledge of aseptic technique. Performs functional and safety inspections, assembles, and disassembles orthopedic traction equipment and other equipment used in patient care areas. Complies with departmental policies, abides by sanitation, safety, housekeeping and infection control. Observes and reports any unusual conditions. Participates in product recalls. Provides effective and immediate response to customer requests.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Sterile Processing program
• Successfully complete a nationally accredited central service exam for central service techs, and obtain full certification.
• Must complete 10 hours of qualifying continuing education annually.
• Certified registered central service technician credential (CRCST) or certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential (CSPDT)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in instrument processing

Responsibilities

• Performs complete and thorough decontamination of reusable instrumentation and patient care equipment.
• Processes reusable instrumentation and patient care equipment.
• Applies knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Performs functional and safety inspections.
• Assembles and disassembles orthopedic traction equipment and other equipment used in patient care areas.
• Complies with departmental policies.
• Abides by sanitation, safety, housekeeping, and infection control standards.
• Observes and reports any unusual conditions.
• Participates in product recalls.
• Provides effective and immediate response to customer requests.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $6,000 per year based upon Full or Part Time status)
• 120 hours of paid time off per year
• Employee discounts to various activities, services, and vendors
• Free employee parking

What This Job Offers

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