Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Tenet Healthcare; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hospitals of Providence - Sierra Campus Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments in a rotating, full-time role. Responsibilities include preparing case carts and coordinating with surgical teams to ensure all needed instruments and supplies are ready for procedures.

Required: High school diploma or GED, completion of a Sterile Processing Technician course or 1 year of experience, and certification

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a formal Sterile Processing Technician course with field training or 1 year of experience.
• Certifications: must be certified with IAHCSMM or CBSPD within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation.
• Prepare and deliver sterile case carts for surgical and interventional procedures.
• Paring and replenishment of materials for operative cases.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure instrumentation and supplies are complete.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Formal Sterile Processing Technician course with field training

1 year of experience as Sterile Processing Technician or Operating Technician

Job description

Overview

The Hospitals of Providence - Sierra Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At The Hospitals of Providence - Sierra Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Shift: Rotate
Job Type: Full Time

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for task-based sterile processing activities.

Responsibilities

Responsible for activities including, but not limited to decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation including various software applications, assembly, and delivery of surgical and interventional procedure case carts, paring and replenishment of materials, and working in collaboration with surgical partners to provide accurate and complete surgical instrumentation and needed supplies.

Qualifications

Education:

Required: High school diploma or GED. Completion of a formal Sterile Processing Technician course with field training or 1 year of experience as Sterile Processing Technician or Operating Technician.

Experience:

Preferred: 1 year as sterile processing technician with completion of formal sterile processing technician course.

Certifications:

Required: Must be certified with IAHCSMM or CBSPD within 18 months.
Preferred: Current certification through internationally recognized organizations such as IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management) or Certification Board for Central Sterile Processing.

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Organization Description

The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our community since 1902. Generations of families have chosen our hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals, each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs. Join our team!

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