Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician

Full-time & Per Diem | On-site | Gold Beach, OR

Compensation Range: $32.91 - $49.77

Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation with applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Current national Central/Sterile Processing Technician certification required.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Surgical Services setting required.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Moderate computer skill including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Compassion and a desire to help patients.
• Attention to detail, observing and accurately reporting the patient's issues and findings to the responsible RN.
• Skill and ability to provide care to the extent defined by PCT competency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with people in close situations, using excellent communication and listening skills.
• Documentation skills to accurately and appropriately capture the observations noted and treatment provided.

Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities:

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour.
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour.

Job Summary

Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Communicates with physicians, Director of Surgical Services, House Supervisors, and other department managers as well as co-workers as appropriate any needs for instrument processing. Must respond quickly and accurately to changes in environment. Sterile Processing Tech ensures that equipment functions properly, and that the sterilization practices are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Essential Functions

Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment. Document and maintain accurate sterilization records.

Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments. Follows proper Standard Precautions as appropriate for tasks.

Knowledge and operation of sterile processing equipment and perform simple maintenance on equipment (e.g., clean filters and drains.)

Prepare trays for designated areas according to policies and procedures and instructions for use.

Assists Director of Surgical Services with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.

Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.

Maintains required SPD logs and reports data monthly to Director of Surgical Services or delegee, i.e., IUSS, Bowie Dick, etc.

Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision and Shared Values.

Shared Values

Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork: We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity: We promote learning.

Integrity: We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

What We Offer:

• Enhanced parental leave: 12 weeks of Oregon Paid Leave (if applicable) followed by 6 additional weeks of CHN-paid parental leave
• 75% discount on CHN patient responsibility costs for employees and eligible dependents
• Choice of two medical plans, including an HSA with employer contributions of up to $1,920 annually
• 403(b) with employer match and 457(b) retirement plans with Pre-Tax and Roth options
• 100% employer-paid medical flight membership for employees and household members
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one year's annual salary for eligible full-time and part-time employees
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• FSA and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Tuition assistance and certification achievement incentives
• Employee recognition programs and career growth opportunities

Join a team that invests in your health, your family, and your future.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

• None of the time: Taste or Smell
• Up to 1/3 of the time: Stand, Sit, Push, Pull, Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Walk. Stand, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle or feet, reach with hands and arms
• Up 2/3 of the time and more: NA

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

• None of the time: Up to or more than 100 pounds
• Up to 1/3 of the time: Up to 100 pounds
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Up to 25 pounds
• Up to 2/3 of the time and more: Up to 10 pounds

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

• Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• None of the time: We, humid conditions, Work near moving mechanical parts, Fumes or airborne particles, Toxic or caustic chemicals, Outdoor weather conditions, Extreme cold, Extreme heat, Risk of Electrical shock, work with explosives, risk of radiation, vibration
• Up to 1/3 of the time: No requirement
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: No requirement
• The typical noise level for the work environment is: quiet to loud noise
• Hearing requirements: ability to hear instructions. and hear alarms on equipment

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

• 0 hours: No requirement
• From 1 – 2 hours per day: Grasping firm/heavy
• From 3-4 hours per day: Repetitive use of foot control
• From 5-6 hours per day: Grasping simple/light
• From 7+ hours per day: Repetitive use of hands, Fine dexterity

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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