Southern NH Health System - Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - 11:00am - 7:30[...]

SolutionHealth; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Sterile Processing Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and functionality of surgical instruments. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement, as you collaborate with a dedicated Surgical Services team. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement savings plan. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to infection control efforts, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Training Courses

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology related to Sterile Processing.

Responsibilities

• Sort and pre-clean instruments for sterilization.
• Inspect instruments and recommend replacements as needed.
• Assemble and package instrument sets.

Skills

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Effective Communication Skills

Instrument Decontamination

Instrument Sterilization

Mechanical Washer Operation

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Ultrasonic Cleaner

Sterilization Machines

Job description

Southern NH Health System - Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - 11:00am - 7:30pm (20881) page is loaded

Southern NH Health System - Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - 11:00am - 7:30pm (20881)

Apply locations Nashua, NH time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR7493

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

Job Description:

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 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 ultrasonic process in preparation for mechanical wash.
• Operate mechanical washer.
• Inspect instruments for functionality and recommends replacement as needed.
• Assemble instrument trays according to count sheets.
• Select appropriate sterilization process.
• Wrap and packages 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.

Required Certifications:

Required Education:

DIPLOMA (Required), GED (Required)

Work Shift:

Mon-Fri 11am-7:30pm, rotating call, weekends, and Holidays

SolutionHealth is 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.

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SolutionHealth is an integrated health system uniquely focused on providing access to high-value primary and specialty care that meets the growing needs of the communities we serve.

Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative models of care and collaboration that improve the health and well-being of more than half of million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always.