Sterile Processing Apprentice: Decontam & Instrument Prep

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Shift differentials

Wellness program

Discounts

Referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho is seeking a trainee for Perioperative Services - Sterile Processing to learn decontamination, instrument processing, high-level disinfection, and case cart management under supervision. You will complete competency modules and participate in the new hire training program in a restricted access area.

Under supervision, you will gain knowledge of standards (AAMI/ANSI, AORN, IAHCSMM), medical terminology, chemical safety, QA records, equipment repair

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Meets job training requirements within 4-6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Gains knowledge on aseptic technique, standard precautions, and PPE usage.
• Gains knowledge of infectious diseases as they relate to Sterile Processing.
• Gains knowledge of AAMI/ANSI, AORN, and IAHCSMM standards and best practices.
• Gains knowledge of medical terminology related to Sterile Processing.
• Gains knowledge on caustic agents and chemical handling.
• Gains knowledge on QA documents and software for instrument tracking and records.
• Gains knowledge on testing equipment to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Gains knowledge on operation of sterilizers and high-level disinfectors.
• Gains knowledge on drying cabinets, heat sealers, and troubleshooting.
• Gains knowledge on count sheets and preference cards to assemble instrument sets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Skills

Sterile Processing basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Meets job training requirements within 4-6 months of hire

Job description

Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho is seeking a trainee for Perioperative Services - Sterile Processing to learn decontamination, instrument processing, high-level disinfection, and case cart management under supervision. You will complete competency modules and participate in the new hire training program in a restricted access area.

Under supervision, you will gain knowledge of standards (AAMI/ANSI, AORN, IAHCSMM), medical terminology, chemical safety, QA records, equipment repair