Certified Sterile Processing Technician Level II Evenings

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to join their team. This vital role involves the meticulous handling of reusable patient care equipment, ensuring that all items are properly decontaminated, sterilized, and ready for use. The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail and manual dexterity, along with certification in sterile processing. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of patient care and safety within a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and have the required skills, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus for certified applicants

$3,000 sign-on bonus for non-certified applicants with experience

Qualifications

• Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, decontaminate, and sterilize reusable patient care equipment.
• Participate as a member of the O.R. processing team.

Skills

Sterile Processing Certification

Manual Dexterity

Attention to Detail

Basic Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate of a Sterile Processing Program

Tools

Steam Sterilizers

EtO Sterilizers

Plasma Sterilizers

Peracetic Acid Sterilizers

Dry Heat Sterilizers

Liquid Sterilants

Job description

Job Description - Certified Sterile Processing Technician Level II Evenings (24000BFA)

$5,000 sign-on bonus if you are an external applicant and certified in sterile processing. $3,000 sign-on bonus for an external applicant that is non-certified but has a minimum of 6 months experience.

Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician – Certified role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.

Essential Functions

1. Picks surgical case carts, stores and distributes reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.
2. Participates as a productive member of the O.R. processing team.
3. Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers.
4. Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team.

Required For All Jobs

1. Performs other duties as assigned.
2. Complies with all policies and standards.
3. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
4. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a Sterile Processing program preferred.

Required Credentials, License, and / or Certifications:

National or International Sterile Processing Technician Certification required through CBSPD or IAHCSMM.

Experience & Knowledge:

Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and chemical, assembly, inventory or distribution experience preferred. Basic medical terminology preferred.

Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge:

Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. Knowledge of equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.