Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing TechnicianThe Sterile Processing Technician supports the surgery service lines to decontaminate, disinfect, clean, sterilize, and/or appropriately package supplies, instruments, and equipment according to manufacturer's and regulatory guidelines as well as maintains proper documentation of such. Additionally, the Sterile Processing Technician will regularly perform testing in order to ensure proper functionality of equipment utilized in daily processing duties. IAHCSMM certification preferred but not required. The Sterile Processing Technician supports the surgery service lines.Shift: 10:30am - 7pmEssential Functions:Pre-cleaning of soiled instruments at the point of careDonning/Doffing of PPESoaking of instruments in enzymatic detergentScrubbing of all instrument surfacesUtilizing standard washers and ultrasonic washers according to manufacturer recommendationsCompleting of final rinse using appropriate solutionsInspecting instruments for proper maintenancePackaging of items for sterilization and autoclavingEnsuring required biological tests are completed and logged with appropriate follow up when failure occursTesting of autoclave/sterilizer and/or other equipment to ensure proper functionalityOperating autoclave/sterilizer equipment per guidelines including removing from service when appropriateMaintaining storage areas for sterilized items while protecting package integrity per regulatory guidelinesTransporting of instruments in appropriate manner based on clean/dirty statusOther duties as assignedFollows and understands instructions, seeks clarification of duties when needed.Experience:One year of healthcare experience preferredIf you have experience in one of the below areas, you could be a great fit:Surgical TechnologistSurg TechSurgical TechnicianSurgical AssistantCompletion of a Surgical Tech ProgramScrub TechOperating Room (OR) TechOb TechNon – Certified Surgical TechSurgeryOperating Room (OR) TechWhy Join Us?Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, supportive, and caring teamGrowth Opportunities to learn new skills and advance (cross-train)Next Steps:If selected to move forward with Interview Process, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screenWhy Saint Luke's?We believe in creating a collaborative environment, while looking for innovative ways to improve. We offer competitive salaries and benefits packages to all eligible employees:Medical health plansContinuing Education Assistance and Tuition reimbursementLeave of Absence, PTO, Extended Sick Leave, and various Welfare plansRetirement contributionsEmployee Assistance Program