Sterile Processing Tech I (Full-Time, Nights)

ENL Sterile Processing

Compensation range:$22.46 - $28.75

Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience

Shift: Nights Shift length: 10 Hours
Days off: Fixed If fixed, days off: Thursday- Saturday
Hours per pay period: 80

Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their families—care that is steeped in compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.

*Sunday- Wednesday- position-2000-0630.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sterile Processing Technician I is responsible for the care and maintenance of reusable surgical instruments and patient care equipment by performing decontamination, packaging, sterilization, handling and storage activities. The SPD Tech is responsible for selecting appropriate cleaning and sterilization methods and maintaining accurate documentation of SPD processes. Under the supervision of the Perioperative Charge Nurse and staff nurses the Tech responsible for cleanliness, organization and transportation of equipment and stocking and outdating of supplies, cleaning to accomplish room turnover and replenishment of stock in Sterile Processing and surgery area. The SPD Tech contributes to the goal of service excellence of the peri-operative suites by assisting in room set-ups and turnovers, stocking/inventory of assigned areas, performing routine and terminal housekeeping duties, orienting and training of new employees, assisting with patient care tasks and performing other duties as assigned. The SPD Technician assigned to EOC-Same Day Surgery also assists with ordering and stocking the anesthesia and sterile processing supplies.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Desired :

One (1) year experience in sterile processing functions.

Completed class in Basic Anatomy and Physiology and/or Medical Terminology.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum :

Current CPR

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Must demonstrate a sense of responsibility and be self-motivated. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients, and public. Must show sensitivity for the hospitalized patient and family. Must be able to follow standards and technical instructions and work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment. Promotes team effort by working cooperatively with others. Must be able to read and interpret hazardous chemical statements and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Must be able to assess appropriate decontamination and sterilization methods. Must be capable of using computer software programs for inventory control and educational programs. Must be able to provide thorough cleaning services for the Operating Room. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Benefits Information

Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

Please visit the employee benefits page at to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email View email address on aiapply.co to receive a full summary of benefits.