Instrument Technician III - 1pm - 9pm Mon-Fri

Mercy Co; Ada (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy in Ada, OK seeks a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support decontamination, processing and sterilization by cleaning, inspecting and assembling instruments for high-level disinfection or sterilization. You will follow Manufacturer Instructions for Use and hospital processes, maintaining accurate logs.

Education: High school graduate; Experience: 12 months in Sterile Processing or 800 hours. Certifications: CRCST or CSPDT with CEUs; additional certifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 12 months experience in Sterile Processing or 800 hours of hands-on experience.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification via HSPA or CBSPD with CEUs; further certifications encouraged.
• External New Hires preceptor workshop pre-course completion within 6 months.
• Basic computer skills; PPE use and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Follow Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization workflows to clean, inspect and assemble instruments.
• Maintain documented logs for processing steps and sterility status.
• Prioritize instrument processing, receive calls, and dispatch equipment.
• Adhere to Mercy Policy, service standards and mission values.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist, 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:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent
Experience: Minimum 12 months experience in Sterile Processing or 800 hours of hands on experience in Sterile Processing.
Certifications: Maintain CRCST or CSPDT Certification through HSPA or CBSPD by completing the annual required CEUs. Recommend obtaining additional Sterile Processing Certifications of CIS, CER &/or CHL.
Other: PROF062- Preceptor Workshop Pre-course Curriculum (External New Hires- completion within 6 months of hire.)
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.

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