Sterile Processing Technician - Days

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols.
• Inspects instruments, equipment and containers to assure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent reaching and gripping.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Able to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Rare crawling, sitting and keyboard use/data entry.

Education and Experience

• No experience required.

Professional License and/or Certifications

• None required, but certification is expected within one year of being hired.

Department

• 4407000023 Sterile Processing

Work Shift

• Day Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours

• 40

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Payment Options
• Upfront Tuition Coverage