Central Sterile Technician - Days

INTEGRIS Health; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Central Sterile Technician to join their dynamic Ponca City Surgery team. This role is crucial in ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and operational efficiency by managing the sterilization and inventory of surgical items. With a commitment to fostering healthier lives, the organization offers an enhanced benefits package, including generous paid time off and family leave. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Front-loaded PTO

100% paid short-term disability

Increased retirement match

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• Requires a one-year certificate or related experience.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, and sterilizes surgical items.
• Maintains sterile item levels for operating rooms and ER.

Skills

Sterilization Techniques

Inventory Management

Attention to Detail

Education

One-year certificate from college or technical school

One year of related experience

Tools

Washer-decontaminators

Ultrasonic cleaners

Sterilizers

Job description

INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system, has a great opportunity for a Central Sterile Tech in Ponca City, OK. In this position, you’ll be part of our INTEGRIS Health Ponca City Surgery team, providing exceptional support to our caregivers and the community. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives resonates with you, apply today and learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers, including front-loaded PTO, 100% paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. Join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.

Under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, the Central Sterile Technician participates as a member of the Perioperative nursing team. The technician performs tasks that support clinical operations, with a primary focus on receiving, sorting, inventorying, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical items. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on patient contact level. INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualifications:

• Requires a one-year certificate from college or technical school or one year of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities:

• Receives, sorts, inventories, decontaminates, cleans, inspects, and sterilizes surgical items.
• Loads and operates washer-decontaminators, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Dates, stores, and rotates sterile and non-sterile items; inspects for outdated items.
• Uses and evaluates sterilizer test indicators.
• Maintains prescribed levels of sterile items for the operating room, Emergency Room, and other clinical areas.
• Reports defective materials or equipment and takes appropriate action to repair or replace items.

The Central Sterile Technician reports to the Clinical Director of Surgical and Obstetrical Services. Performs duties ensuring a hazard-free environment. May have additional physical or respiratory requirements. Must follow universal safety precautions. Exposure to hazards such as infections, chemicals, and workplace violence is possible. Must be willing to take call. All applicants will be considered regardless of protected status.