Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

Job Opportunity At North Carolina Specialty HospitalNorth Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH), a private, physician-owned medical center established in 1926, has earned high rankings in quality measures and patient satisfaction. The hospital specializes in surgical fields including orthopedics, ophthalmology, and more.Why join North Carolina Specialty Hospital?Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experiencePositive Work cultureCareer growth opportunitiesComprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability InsuranceTelemedicine/Access to Physicians 24/7/365 through MDLIVEPaid Time Off401k Employer MatchTuition AssistanceJob Summary:Under the supervision of the Sterile Processing supervisor and the Director of O.R., the Sterile Processing Technician ensures proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation, equipment, and sterilization processes. The Sterile Processing Technician must demonstrate good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques, must have knowledge of equipment, instruments, procedures and supplies used in the operating room. The Sterile Processing Technician must be able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact and endurance. This position must provide on-going and continual communication with Operating Room staff, including communicating special equipment needs as they arise. The Sterile Processing Technician must also monitor the daily schedule for changes in instrumentation.Skills & Abilities:Able to work independently and meet established deadlines. Able to make sound reasonable decisionsHighly organizedAbility to concentrate on many detailed requests despite numerous interruptions.Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptive to change, creativity and innovativeAbility to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situation with tact.Good communication skillsAbility to develop excellent working relationships with staffDemonstrates professional and self-development through continuing educationSeeks guidance, direction and assistance when neededFunction as a team in the OR and demonstrate the ability to work under stress with all types of personalitiesAble to work well with people under deadlines and stressAble to be flexible and take on new responsibilitiesTraining, Education & Experience:High School graduate or GED requiredMust be able to communicate and understand the English language both verbal and writtenCertification in Sterile Processing is preferredA minimum of one (1) year of Sterile Processing experience preferredOur employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening and background check.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.