Associate Sterile Processing Technician

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician. You will inventory, clean, sterilize and reprocess surgical instruments and supplies across the health system, following SOPs and infection control guidelines.

The role features 8-hour day shifts, a 40-hour week, and no on‑call requirement, with overtime often available. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; prior central processing or healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior central processing or healthcare experience preferred.
• CRCST certification strongly preferred within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Inventory, clean, sterilize and reprocess surgical instruments and supplies.
• Ensure proper storage, distribution and tracking of items across the health system.
• Follow SOPs and infection prevention guidelines to maintain quality and timely processing.

Skills

CRCST certification

Computer skills

Phone skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $18.50 - $23.50

Union Position

No

Department Details

The Sterile Processing Department at Sanford is responsible to pick all clean supplies for each surgery, and to clean, & sterilize all surgical instruments. In this department you wear surgical scrubs so please come to work in your sweatpants and change into scrubs! You are never required to work outside your shift hours, but overtime is often available. You are assigned 1 holiday to work per year. Our department has room for growth with 6 different levels of responsibility and pay. Set schedule of hours, 8 hour shifts, Monday through Friday only. NO call!

Summary

Responsible for ensuring all patient care and surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments are properly inventoried, inspected, stored, distributed and reprocessed in a quality and timely manner throughout the health system.

Job Description

Follows all standard operating procedures (SOP) and policies and infection prevention and control guidelines. Able to recognize potential and actual processing errors, notify leadership and follow-up according to procedure or instruction. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and maintains continuity in work flow. Responsible for use of technologies such as copy and fax machine, internet, handheld devices, electronic medical records, instrument tracking systems, inventory management systems, email and Microsoft office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in central processing or healthcare environment is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Must have strong phone and computer skills, with ability to navigate the internet and use handheld devices.
• Certified in Central Service Technology (CRCST) is strongly preferred within 24 months of date of hire.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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