Sterile Processing Tech

About the role

The Sterile Processing Tech at Summit Orthopedics is responsible for the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, documentation, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and supplies used in the operating room. This position may also perform the duties of stocking supplies in pre and post-op areas.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment
• Inspects, assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area
• Documents all steps of the sterilization process accurately and legibly
• Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures
• Verifies that equipment functions properly
• Completes requisitions for repair or replacement of surgical instrumentation
• Removes defective instrumentation from general service
• Maintains inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and in equipment storage areas
• Performs environmental maintenance duties
• Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures
• Acts as staff resource in matters related to sterile processing

Requirements

• Nationally recognized Sterile Processing certification highly desired upon hire or must be obtained within 90 days of successful completion of educational/training program
• Flexible to float to other Summit locations as needed
• Part-time, 0.875 FTE position based at our Plymouth Bass Lake Surgery Center
• 10 hour shifts, Monday - Friday with a variable start times

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a formal sterile processing training program
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of sterile processing techniques and equipment

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off
• 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan

Pay

Summit's hiring range for this position is $22.70 to $28.38 per hour.

Schedule

Week 1: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri.
Week 2: Tues, Wed, Fri.