Sterile Processing Tech

Job Title

Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description

Decontaminates, cleans and sterilizes equipment, instruments and supplies. Assembles and maintains inventories of surgical and floor trays. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Cleans, assembles, sterilizes and stores instruments and supplies Dispenses sterile instruments and supplies for the surgical case caret system, nursing units and other clinical areas Performs accurate biological testing and quality assurance monitors on designated sterilizers located within the facility Maintains supply and instrument storage areas, reporting shortages, checking shelf life, package integrity and reprocessing outdated or compromised items Identifies, assembles and wraps basic instrument sets Maintains accurate and meticulous logs and archives information relating to biological/chemical testing and sterilizer maintenance Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and "must haves" Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively Maintains safe environment Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent

Experience:

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Experience in sterile processing or as a surgical technician

Certifications:

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Credentialed as a Certified Sterile Processing Technician Must be certified within one (1) year from date of hire or transfer into position.

About Us

Embark on a rewarding career with Saint Luke's Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Saint Luke's Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!