Sterile Processing Technician III

Sterile Processing Technician

Provides on-site support for the reprocessing of surgical instruments and trays to contracted and ORC facilities in compliance with the Department of Health, TJC, DNV, OSHA, CDC, AAMI and AORN standards and the facilities' goals and policies. Shift: 9:00 pm-7:30 am 4 days

Uses developed skills and practical knowledge to perform scheduled and unscheduled tasks independently.

Duties

• Supports daily operations of all activities that relate to the reprocessing of reusable medical supplies and instrumentation including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, and storage processes aligned with IP professional standards and regulations.
• Operates all mechanical machinery within the department such as, but not limited to, cart washers, instrument washers, steam sterilizers, low temp sterilizers, ultrasonic and drying cabinets within sterile processing.
• Works independently and proficiently in all areas of sterile processing including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, and storage processes aligned with IP professional standards and regulations.
• Reports broken and/or missing instrumentation and can anticipate replacement needs.
• Uses established policies and procedures to complete work assignments.
• Uses the implemented Track & Trace system established within the sterile processing department for all tasks and products processed.
• Able to perform assembly on advanced instrument and vendor trays aligned with IP quality and production standards.
• Supports department needs and work assignments including, but not limited to, Navigator assignment.
• Assists in training of, or serves as a trainer, for new employees with leadership direction.
• Conducts quality assurance checks on instrument trays for accuracy and integrity, checking against count sheets, verifying sterilization indicators and packaging, etc., identifying damage or contamination and rerouting defective trays, documenting defects for continuous improvement, and collaborating with SPD leadership to enhance quality improvement and patient safety.
• Refers all decisions beyond personal scope of responsibilities to their Manager and or STERIS leadership if necessary.
• Participates in in-services and educational offerings provided by STERIS in the facility.
• Responds and supports requests made by STERIS leadership with ensuring requested instrumentation is prioritized and available for Customer needs.

Required Experience

1. A high school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a Sterile Processing/Surgical Technologist program preferred.
2. 2+ years of SPD experience with demonstrated proficiency in all SPD Technician responsibilities, including a solid proficiency and ability to work independently with all tray sets.
3. CRCST/ CSPDT, CST or CER/CFER, CST certification is required. Must also obtain CIS/CSIS, CHL/CSPM or STERIS Assessment certification within 12 months of hire.
4. Must maintain certification by completing 12 Continuing Education Credit Hours annually.
5. Able to perform all job requirements of both a Technician I and Technician II.
6. Must demonstrate "mentor" status in applicable specialty area(s) via competency assessment within 6 months of hire.
7. Leadership discretion based on satisfactory performance, validation of skill level. Productivity, quality and attendance must meet company standards, including performance rating of successful or above in all areas.

Pay range for this opportunity is $23.09 - $29.88. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.