Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing TechnicianBe the first line of defense in patient safety. At Allina Health, our Sterile Processing Technicians ensure every instrument is ready, every time. Join a team that values precision, supports your growth, and recognizes the critical role you play behind every successful procedure. Step into a role where every detail matters and every day makes a difference. Your work keeps care moving- and helps save lives!Provides sterile equipment and supplies to surgery and other departments as required. This work includes decontamination, cleaning, sterilization and processing of supplies and equipment, following guidelines from federal and state agencies, manufacturer and hospital infection control.Principle ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates skill in preparation of surgical instrumentsPerforms decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation per department policy and procedures.Assures instruments are clean and free of foreign matter in preparation for sterilization.Assembles instrument sets and trays accurately.Packages and labels items for correct sterilization method.Performs work following safety standards and protocolsFollows infection control guidelines when working in decontamination.Demonstrates appropriate use of washers/disinfectors, ultrasonic machine, high level disinfection and other department equipment.Operates sterilizers safely, documenting loads according to standards.Processes and interprets biological controls and tests per guidelines, documenting for each procedure.Reports potentially unsafe situations and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or Lead.Conducts quality assurance checks on all required equipment per department guidelines.Provides support for Case Carts, Sterile Core and other areas as assignedPulls cases for next day, add-on and emergency procedures accurately.Completes the appropriate paperwork for compliant charging and billing of case.Follows tasks assignment list when working in the sterile core.Responds to urgent requests with accuracy and efficiency.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsMust be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job descriptionPreferred QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDExperience in Sterile Processing or Vocational/Technical training/education in Instrument Specialist, Central Supply, or Surgical TechnologyLicenses/CertificationsMust meet at least ONE of the requirements below: Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Certification within 18 months of hirePhysical DemandsMedium Work:Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequentlyPay RangePay Range: $23.12 to $30.32 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Benefits include:Medical/DentalPTO/Time AwayRetirement Savings PlansLife InsuranceShort-term/Long-term DisabilityVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicableStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAllina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer