Sterile Processing Technician

Principle Responsibilities

• Demonstrates skill in preparation of surgical instruments
• Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation per department policy and procedures
• Affirms instruments are clean and free of foreign matter in preparation for sterilization
• Assembles instrument sets and trays accurately
• Packages and labels items for correct sterilization method
• Fulfills safety standards and protocols
• Follows infection control guidelines when working in decontamination
• Demonstrates appropriate use of washers/disinfectors, ultrasonic machine, high level disinfection and other department equipment
• Operates sterilizers safely, documenting loads according to standards
• Processes and interprets biological controls and tests per guidelines, documenting for each procedure
• Reports potentially unsafe situations and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or Lead
• Conducts quality assurance checks on all required equipment per department guidelines
• Provides support for Case Carts, Sterile Core and other areas as assigned
• Pulls cases for next day, add-on and emergency procedures accurately
• Completes the appropriate paperwork for compliant charging and billing of case
• Follows tasks assignment list when working in the sterile core
• Responds to urgent requests with accuracy and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
• Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire
• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Certification within 18 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in Sterile Processing or Vocational/Technical training/education in Instrument Specialist, Central Supply, or Surgical Technology

Physical Demands

• Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently
• 0.6 FTE (48 hours per two week pay period)
• 8 hour Evening / Night shifts
• Occasional weekends

Pay Range

Pay Range: $23.12 to $30.32 per hour

Shift, weekend and/or other differentials

Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retail Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program