Sterile Processing Instrument Technician - Evenings (I-35)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Edmond, Oklahoma is hiring a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician. The role involves cleaning, inspecting and assembling instruments for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization, while documenting all steps in logs or computer systems. You will prioritize workloads, answer calls, and dispatch instruments and supplies to ensure safe patient care.

Position supports Mercy's mission and values; five 8-hour shifts per week, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. with occasional weekend rotations.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must interact with staff across disciplines.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• Frequent lifting up to ~25 pounds; physical demands described by job.

Responsibilities

• Clean instruments and equipment for Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization.
• Inspect, function test and assemble instruments for HLDisinfection or Sterilization.
• Maintain documentation on logs/computer systems.
• Prioritize instrumentation for processing; answer phones and dispatch items.
• Perform duties in line with Mercy Mission, Values and Service Standards.

Skills

PPE compliance

Operate equipment

Follow directions

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Decontamination

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

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Location

Edmond, Oklahoma (I-35)

Schedule

Five 8-hour shifts/week 10a-6:30p Monday-Friday with occasional weekend rotation

Overview

The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, under general supervision follows robust processes in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization by cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden, inspecting, function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician always follows the Manufacturer's Instructions for Use in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection & Sterilization as well as Department and Hospital Processes and Policies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems. Documentation includes processes in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection or Sterilization as well as Sterile Processing Department Equipment. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able to prioritize instrumentation for processing, answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician performs their duties in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent
• Other: Basic computer skills
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Physical Demands: Frequent high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds and frequent hand coordination.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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