Instrument Technician- Full Time- Evening Shift

Mercy; Missouri; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition Support

Matched Retirement Plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support Decontamination, Processing, and Sterilization of instruments. You will clean, inspect, assemble, and test instruments for High Level Disinfection in line with Manufacturer Instructions of Use and hospital policies.

The role requires basic computer skills, ability to wear PPE, and the capacity to follow directions while working with a cross-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must wear PPE and interact with diverse staff.
• Must follow directions and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and decontaminate instruments and equipment.
• Process, inspect, and assemble instruments for sterilization.
• Maintain accurate documentation in logs or computer systems.
• Prioritize instrumentation, answer calls, and dispatch supplies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Follow directions

Equipment operation

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, under general supervision follows robust processes in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization by cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden, inspecting, function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician always follows the Manufacturer's Instructions for Use in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection & Sterilization as well as Department and Hospital Processes and Policies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems. Documentation includes processes in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection or Sterilization as well as Sterile Processing Department Equipment. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able to prioritize instrumentation for processing, answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician performs their duties in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Details:

Qualifications:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent
Experience: None
Certifications: None.
Other: Basic computer skills
-Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
-Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.
-Must be able to follow directions.
-Must be able to operate equipment.
-The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job.

-Most physical demands are below:
-Frequent: high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds
-Frequent: hand coordination

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.