Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description Shift: 10:30am - 7pm The Opportunity The 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. Position Details Shift: 10:30am - 7pm Essential Functions Pre-cleaning of soiled instruments at the point of care Donning/Doffing of PPE Soaking of instruments in enzymatic detergent Scrubbing of all instrument surfaces Utilizing standard washers and ultrasonic washers according to manufacturer recommendations Completing of final rinse using appropriate solutions Inspecting instruments for proper maintenance Packaging of items for sterilization and autoclaving Ensuring required biological tests are completed and logged with appropriate follow up when failure occurs Testing of autoclave/sterilizer and/or other equipment to ensure proper functionality Operating autoclave/sterilizer equipment per guidelines including removing from service when appropriate Maintaining storage areas for sterilized items while protecting package integrity per regulatory guidelines Transporting of instruments in appropriate manner based on clean/dirty status Other duties as assigned Follows and understands instructions, seeks clarification of duties when needed. Experience One year of healthcare experience preferred If you have experience in one of the below areas, you could be a great fit: Surgical Technologist Surg Tech Surgical Technician Surgical Assistant Completion of a Surgical Tech Program Scrub Tech Operating Room (OR) Tech Surgical Assistant Ob Tech Non – Certified Surgical Tech Surgery Operating Room (OR) Tech Why Join Us? Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, supportive, and caring team Growth Opportunities to learn new skills and advance (cross-train) Why Saint Luke’s? Benefits 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 plans Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition reimbursement Leave of Absence, PTO, Extended Sick Leave, and various Welfare plans Retirement contributions Employee Assistance Program Job Requirements Applicable Experience: 1 year Job Details Full Time Evening (United States of America) #J-18808-Ljbffr Saint Luke's