Sterile Processing Tech I
About the role
As our Sterile Processing Professional, you will be a critical guardian of patient safety, ensuring surgical teams receive correct, fully functional, and sterile instrumentation. Every day, you will expertly perform decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch with efficiency, expertise, and accuracy, delivering instruments with resourcefulness, determination, courtesy, and professionalism. You will continuously expand your knowledge of standards and procedures for surgical instrumentation.
Responsibilities
- Clean, inspect, process, assemble, and sterilize all instruments and equipment following Policy/Procedure, Industry Standards, and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU).
- Practice Universal Precautions and follow OSHA requirements at all times.
- Assist with daily/weekly testing and logging of all mechanical equipment, including but not limited to Mechanical Washers, Sonic, and all Sterilizers.
- Maintain accurate and legible documentation.
- Assist with the routine maintenance of instrumentation by identifying items needing repair.
- Follow procedures for set assembly utilizing Instrument Checklists and/or Instrument Tracking where available.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED upon hire.
- Preferred 1-2 years’ experience in Sterile Processing.
- Certification as one of the following upon hire:
- Certified and Registered Central Service Technician
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Supervisor
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician
- Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician
About the workplace
CHI Health Lakeside is West Omaha's only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body, mind, and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable, less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world, we provide a full range of services including maternity, cancer and surgery care, as well as diagnostics and emergency services.
Pay
$15.67 - $22.14 per hour