Associate Sterile Processing Technician

Sanford Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals for their sterile processing department. This role involves ensuring that all surgical supplies and instruments are properly managed, following strict guidelines to maintain quality and safety. With a supportive environment and opportunities for growth, you will be part of a team that values health and healing. Enjoy a set schedule with no on-call duties, and the chance to develop your skills in a vital area of patient care. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for helping others, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in central processing or healthcare is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all surgical supplies and instruments are properly processed and stored.
• Follow SOPs and infection prevention guidelines diligently.

Skills

Computer Skills

Phone Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Inventory Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Instrument Tracking Systems

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Salary Range: $16.50 - $22.50

Union Position: No

Department Details

The sterile processing department at Sanford is responsible for picking all clean supplies for each surgery, and for cleaning and sterilizing 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 workflow. Responsible for use of technologies such as copy and fax machines, 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 the 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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