Instrument Processing Tech II

Summa Health

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 34,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Education Assistance

Daily Pay

Job summary

Summa Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician at the Akron City Campus. You will decontaminate, prepare, sterilize, store and distribute surgical instruments following infection control practices under supervision.

This full-time position (40 hours) runs 7am–3:30pm and requires working every 3rd weekend and two holidays per year. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package accompany the role.

Qualifications

High school English and basic math coursework.
Ability to read and write English and follow oral and written instructions.
CRCST or HSPA certification or 1 year experience in cleaning, disinfection and sterilization.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate, sterilize, and store surgical instruments.
Distribute sterile supplies under Unit Manager guidance.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-directed

English literacy

Physical stamina

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma

CRCST/HSPA certification or 1 year experience

Job description

Full-time, 40 hours

Schedule: 7am-3:30pm (works every 3rd weekend & 2 holidays a year)

Akron City Campus

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Full-time, 40 hours

Schedule: 7am-3:30pm (works every 3rd weekend & 2 holidays a year)

Akron City Campus

Summary

Provides clean and sterile supplies and equipment through decontamination, preparation, sterilization, storage and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process under the direction of a Unit Manager/Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education Required:
High school level course work in English grammar and basic mathematic
Ability to read and write English and follow oral and written instructions
Experience and Training Required:
Current HSPA or CRCST Certification or minimum 1year experience with knowledge of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization techniques and be able to obtain certification within six months of hire date.
Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
Ability to work well within a team environment: accepting and offering honest and constructive feedback; supporting team goals by collaborating with patient care team members to consolidate work, solve problems, create new methods, and/or reduce costs.
Ability to be self-directed in executing responsibilities within a team structure.
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, frequent pushing, pulling, and cleaning equipment and materials.
Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology for surgical applications.
Operate all required equipment and machinery accurately and safely.
Knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control and safety standards.
Level of Physical Demands:
Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.
Physical working environment may include, but not limited to, any of the following hazards: high pressure steam, chemical, electrical, mechanical, bio-waste.
Environmental conditions may include, but not be limited to, variations in temperature, noise, odors, blood & body fluids, multi-stimuli, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

$18.43/hr - $25.91/hr

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.