Operating Room Supply & Sterilization Specialist

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center; Bluffton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center is seeking a central processing attendant to manage cleaning, decontamination, reassembly, packaging, sterilization, and storage of supplies for patient care areas. The role also covers transporting patients and supporting nursing staff with direct care while maintaining a clean, safe environment.

The position requires strong English communication, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to learn on the job.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate knowledge of disinfection, cleaning, processing and sterilization of instruments.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must be trainable on the job with positive service-oriented attitude.
• Shows understanding of growth/development across the patient life span and age-specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates standards in disinfection and sterilization of instruments.
• Promotes safe transport and disposal of biohazard items.
• Communicates effectively with all departments to coordinate supplies.
• Ensures delivery of patient care through timely supply delivery.
• Operates equipment safely with daily testing and verification.
• Reads daily schedules to anticipate department needs.
• Applies proper body mechanics when handling equipment and during transport.
• Anticipates needs for each procedure area based on schedules.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

English proficiency

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center is seeking a central processing attendant to manage cleaning, decontamination, reassembly, packaging, sterilization, and storage of supplies for patient care areas. The role also covers transporting patients and supporting nursing staff with direct care while maintaining a clean, safe environment.

The position requires strong English communication, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to learn on the job.