Coordinator Patient Placement - Patient Logistics

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Programs

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Competitive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Aide at Hershey Medical Center. This role involves processing specialty instruments, assisting in training, and ensuring quality care to patients.

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or GED, be certified as a Central Service Technician, and complete mandatory continuing education annually. The position offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off and support programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have full certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (have passed the certification exam, and obtained 400 hours of hands‑on experience).
• Required to complete 10 hours of continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of Sterile Processing Aide, process specialty instruments and implants.
• Assist Supervisors and Sterile Processing Tech IIs in the orientation and training of Sterile Processing Aides and Trainees.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician

10 hours of continuing education annually

Job description

Penn State Health – Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Night

Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour

Hours: 11:00p - 7:30a, every fourth weekend, 1 holiday per year

Recruiter Contact: Christopher Donchak at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible to perform all duties of Sterile Processing Aide, process specialty instruments and implants as well as assist Supervisors and Sterile Processing Tech IIs in the orientation and training of Sterile Processing Aides and Trainees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have full certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (have passed the certification exam, and obtained 400 hours of hands‑on experience).
• Required to complete 10 hours of continuing education annually.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

ABOUT PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four‑time Magnet‑designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

WORK CULTURE

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Teamsters Local 776