Sterile Processing Technician Certified

Sterile Processing Technician

The Sterile Processing Department is now hiring for a Sterile Processing Technician at our Nampa Medical Center, off of I-84 and Garrity Road!

Position Summary & Highlights:

• The Sterile Processing (SP) Technician performs decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilization and storage of re-usable surgical instrumentation.
• Saint Alphonsus Health System offers a full range of surgical services, including both inpatient and outpatient surgery serving in communities from Southwest Idaho to Southeast Oregon.

What You Will Do:

• Clean, inspect, and package surgical instruments, specialty sets and other re-usable instruments following all surgical procedures following regulations established by OSHA, The Joint Commission, and Saint Alphonsus.
• Operate sterilization equipment including cart washer, washer disinfectors, steam sterilizers, other sterilizers, heat sealers, and Sterris machines.
• Prepare surgical case carts and respond to requests for instrumentation and/or supplies for surgical procedures.
• Order and restock the surgery department with supplies and instruments.

An ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and is a quick learner. You will also have an opportunity to work on your CRCST or CSPDT national certification.

Work Schedule:

• This position is a full-time position

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred.
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Orientation and Training:

• General Orientation is virtual and in-person your first week.
• You will be assigned a preceptor (trainer) who will train you in the different areas of Sterile Processing (decontamination, cleaning, instrument reassembly, and sterilization), one to two weeks in each area.
• Training is typically on day shift, Mondays - Fridays. If there is adequate staffing you will be able to train on the shift you are hired for.

Highlights and Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

Saint Alphonsus Facility Information:

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
• The region's most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.