Float Pool Sterile Processing Technician

Saint Luke's Limited; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke’s Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our system float pool. You will help ensure patient safety by processing, sterilizing, and documenting instruments and equipment used across the hospital, following AORN, AAMI, Joint Commission, and APIC standards.

The role offers a chance to expand skills in a fast-paced environment and participate in ongoing learning. This is a day shift (8 hours, M-F) that floats between Lee’s Summit, Overland Park, North Kansas

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year applicable experience in sterile processing or related setting.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow established procedures and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Process, sterilize, and document sterility of patient care supplies, instruments, and equipment across hospital locations.
• Prepare and assemble instrument sets and surgery trays using count sheets.
• Verify proper function and integrity of instruments and label them correctly.
• Maintain compliance with AORN Standards of Practice, infection control standards, and bundled protocols.

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Saint Luke’s is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for our system float pool. You will have the opportunity to expand your skill sets, work in a challenging fast-paced environment and the support for continuous learning and professional development. This is a tight knit team that supports one another and learns from each other. This position will give you the opportunity to do more with your career.

Shift Details:

This is a day position. 8 hour shifts M-F

This position will float between our metro hospital locations in Lee’s Summit, Overland Park, North Kansas City, and Plaza areas. Schedules are written 8 – 10 weeks in advance but flexible based on needs. This position works the day shift from Monday Through Friday.

The Work:

• Responsible for the processing, sterilization, and documentation related to sterility of patient care supplies instruments and equipment used throughout the hospital in accordance with the AORN Standards of Practice
• Prepares and assembles instrument sets and surgery trays using count sheets
• Verifies proper function and integrity of instruments
• Labels instruments correctly and returns them to their proper location
• Efficient in the quality execution of instrumentation that is directly related to patient safety and department efficiencies
• Familiar with AAMI Joint Commission and APIC standards related to infection control

To be successful in this position, you will need to have confidence in your abilities and strong communication skills. You will rotate through the various stations allowing you to learn all aspects of sterile processing. As a leader in healthcare, we are constantly bringing in new technology and advanced procedures. You will need to embrace these changes and get excited about learning a new skill. We are looking for detailed professionals who are process driven and understands the importance of keeping the patient safe. You must put the patient first in everything you do and always follow processes exactly.

Why Saint Luke’s?

• We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve.
• We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard.
• We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.
• Saint Luke’s offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all of their employees,

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Job Details

Full Time

Day (United States of America)