Certified Sterile Processing Technician

About the role

Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Communicates with physicians, Director of Surgical Services, House Supervisors, and other department managers as well as co-workers as appropriate any needs for instrument processing.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate sterilization records.
• Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment.
• Follows proper Standard Precautions as appropriate for tasks.
• Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
• Prepares trays for designated areas according to policies and procedures and instructions for use.
• Assists Director of Surgical Services with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
• Ensures equipment functions properly and conducts sterilization practices under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Current national Central/Sterile Processing Technician certification required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Surgical Services setting required.

Qualifications

• Moderate computer skill including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Compassion and a desire to help patients.
• Attention to detail, observing and accurately reporting the patient's issues and findings to the responsible RN.
• Skill and ability to provide care to the extent defined by PCT competency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with people in close situations, using excellent communication and listening skills.
• Documentation skills to accurately and appropriately capture the observations noted and treatment provided.

Skills

• Moderate computer skill including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Compassion and a desire to help patients.
• Attention to detail, observing and accurately reporting the patient's issues and findings to the responsible RN.
• Skill and ability to provide care to the extent defined by PCT competency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with people in close situations, using excellent communication and listening skills.
• Documentation skills to accurately and appropriately capture the observations noted and treatment provided.

Benefits

• Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities:
  • NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour.
  • Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour.
  • Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour.
  • Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour.

Pay

Compensation Range: $32.91 - $49.77. Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation with applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Schedule

This job requires On-site work in Gold Beach, OR.