Certified Sterile Processing Tech (CRCST/CSPDT) – Day Shift

SSM Health; Lake Saint Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis in Missouri is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our dedicated team.

This role involves inspecting, assembling and evaluating surgical instruments to ensure proper sterilization and readiness for procedures, under the supervision of the Sterile Processing department. You will decontaminate, inspect and assemble instrument sets, maintain inventory for case carts, and support a safe, efficient operating room environment during daytime

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience.
• CRCST certification or CSPDT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols.
• Inspects instruments, equipment and containers to ensure 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.

Education

High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience

Job description

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis in Missouri is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our dedicated team.

This role involves inspecting, assembling and evaluating surgical instruments to ensure proper sterilization and readiness for procedures, under the supervision of the Sterile Processing department. You will decontaminate, inspect and assemble instrument sets, maintain inventory for case carts, and support a safe, efficient operating room environment during daytime