Southern NH Health System - Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

Southern New Hampshire Health; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare facility as a Sterile Processing Technician. This role is essential for maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and infection control within surgical and procedural areas. You will be responsible for decontaminating and sterilizing instruments, working closely with surgical teams to ensure that all equipment is ready for use. With a focus on teamwork and career advancement, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a Magnet-designated hospital.

Benefits

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Education & Paid training courses

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with knowledge of medical terminology.
• Competencies in instrument decontamination and sterilization within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Sort and pre-clean instruments for decontamination.
• Inspect instruments and assemble trays according to count sheets.
• Package and sterilize instrument sets.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Effective written and verbal skills

Instrument decontamination

Instrument sterilization and packaging

Operate and troubleshoot sterilization machines

Computerized documentation

Quality audits

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaner

Mechanical washer

Sterilization machines

Job description

Southern NH Health System - Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

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locations Nashua, NH

time type Full time

posted on Posted Yesterday

job requisition id JR6955

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!

Job Description:

Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

2:30pm-11pm, rotating weekends, on call, and holidays

Who We Are:

The Sterile Processing Department is the foundation of surgical and procedural areas within hospitals, ASC’s and clinical arenas. SPD has a strong focus on teamwork within the department and surgical services. At SNHMC, we are currently servicing 25+ departments and foundation facilities. Our department runs with three shifts during the week and rotating weekends and call for weekend coverage. With entry-level positions and room for career advancement, sterile processing technicians play a critical role in the sanitation and infection control efforts of a healthcare facility.

About the Job:

As a member of the Surgical Services team, the Sterile Processing Technician collects used supplies for decontamination according to the Surgical Services schedule and as needed. Using manufacturers’ instructions, the Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates instruments and equipment and then packages and sterilizes instrument sets. This role works in collaboration with the Surgical Services team under the direction of the Lead Technician.

What You’ll Do:

• Sort instruments.
• Pre-clean instruments using the ultrasonic process in preparation for mechanical wash.
• Operate mechanical washer.
• Inspect instruments for functionality and recommend replacement as needed.
• Assemble instrument trays according to count sheets.
• Select appropriate sterilization process.
• Wrap and package instrument sets.

Who You Are:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Knowledge of medical terminology and technical terminology related to Sterile Processing
• Effective written and verbal skills
• Ability to achieve the following competencies:

• Within 180 days: Instrument decontamination, Instrument sterilization and packaging, Operate and troubleshoot sterilization machines, Computerized documentation, Quality audits

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Southern NH Medical Center is a 4-time Magnet designated hospital
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Education & Paid training courses for continued career progression

& So much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Shift: 2:30pm-11pm, rotating weekends, on call, and holidays