Central Sterile Processing Associate

About the role

Join the UPMC Mercy team as a Central Sterile Processing Associate during a time of growth. Responsibilities include decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments, assembling trays, and collaborating with the team.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and sterilize instruments using manual and mechanical methods
• Assemble surgical trays and case carts per established protocols
• Monitor and document sterilization parameters
• Maintain and troubleshoot sterilization equipment
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively
• Participate in performance improvement and ongoing education

What We're Looking For

• Prior healthcare experience is required
• Solid attendance and professionalism
• Certification is a plus, but not required

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent with no experience -OR- Currently enrolled in an Accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing Program Preferred -OR-1 year of experience within UPMC
• We strongly prefer applicants with prior healthcare experience.
• If grandfathered as a technician who does not hold certification, must complete 10 hours of continuing education to remain qualified as a Central Sterile Technician on an annual basis. Certified staff are required to complete 10-12 hours of continuing education as a condition of maintaining certification, as determined by the certifying body. Staff pending certification within 18 months of hire are not required to complete continuing education until certified.
• Must be able to stand for all shift hours and be able to pick up, push, pull etc. 35 pounds.
• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
• Act 34

Benefits

• Earn over 5 weeks of paid time off every year
• Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage
• Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options
• Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Two weeks of paid parental leave
• Family planning resources
• Tuition assistance for dependents
• Comprehensive health care for dependents
• Emergency child and elder care options
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee resource groups
• Awards for champions of dignity & respect

Pay

Up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Schedule

Evening shifts available (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) or night shifts (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM).