Sterile Processing Assistant: Carts, Cleaning & Case Prep

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking staff to support sterile processing operations across hospital units, operating rooms, and departments.

Responsibilities include retrieving used instruments, preparing case carts for the SPD team, cleaning areas with sterile supplies and handling washers and carts, while ensuring proper handling of equipment and supplies. The role involves standing/walking portions of the day, data entry, and assisting with alarms and accessibility needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Orientation program provided.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve used materials, instruments, medical devices and equipment from units, OR, ED, delivery rooms and other areas.
• Prepare case carts for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) team.
• Clean areas containing sterile supplies and unload washers and cart washers.
• Dry case carts and rigid containers; dust cover sterile supplies.
• Assist with bells and door access as needed.
• Frequently handle data entry and manual tasks related to instrument preparation.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking staff to support sterile processing operations across hospital units, operating rooms, and departments.

Responsibilities include retrieving used instruments, preparing case carts for the SPD team, cleaning areas with sterile supplies and handling washers and carts, while ensuring proper handling of equipment and supplies. The role involves standing/walking portions of the day, data entry, and assisting with alarms and accessibility needs.