Sterile Processing Technician

Salary Range: $24.75 - $29.54 per hour

The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range.

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Position Overview:

The Sterile Processing Tech provides professional sterilization and decontamination services to all patient care departments that require reprocessing of instruments and equipment.

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• One (1) year prior work experience

Preferred:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Cleaning and Decontamination Procedures - Demonstrates proper procedures for cleaning, decontaminating, and disassembly of instruments and equipment.
   
   
2. Instrument Knowledge - Inspection, assembly, care and knowledge of instruments and instrument sets.
   
   
3. Sterilizer Documentation - Records sterilization logs completely and accurately which includes mechanical printouts, lot labels and all testing procedures performed.
   
   
4. Equipment Operation - Demonstrates proper procedures and knowledge for operating the sterilizers and instrument washers within the guidelines of the manufacturers.
   
   
5. Sterilization Preparation - Able to prepare instruments and instrument trays for sterilization following procedures for wrapping, peel packaging, containers and labeling accordingly.
   
   
6. Performs routine testing procedures for sterilizers and washers and maintains accurate test records and logs.
   
   
7. Maintains a clean and orderly work area in the sterile processing department at all times.
   
   
8. Provides response to phone calls and requests.
   
   
9. Provides lot labels on all items sterilized for tracking/recall.
   
   
10. Conscientious in duties, proper dress code attire and in following policy and procedures which relate within guidelines of Standard Precautions.
    
    
11. Understands infection control principles and applies to work tasks.
    
    
12. Assists with inventory control.
    
    
13. Participates in and supports the Performance Improvement process.
    
    
14. Performs other duties as assigned

When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on - and answer to - the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That's why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family's health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differentials
• In-House Registry Rates
• Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
• National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

"We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer"