Sterile Processing Specialist

Summit Surgical, LLC; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Surgical, LLC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure safe, efficient operating room readiness and instrument handling. You will prepare rooms, sterilize equipment, and supply the surgical team with instruments while maintaining sterile technique and infection control standards.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced surgical setting. BLS is a plus, and prior OR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for coordinating with surgical staff.
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control is required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operating room for surgical procedures and ensure equipment and supplies are ready.
• Assist in positioning patients and providing physical and emotional support during surgery.
• Sterilize and prepare surgical instruments and equipment.
• Hand instruments to the surgical team while maintaining a sterile field.
• Assist in transporting patients to and from the operating room.
• Maintain a clean and organized operating room environment.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure efficient workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to follow protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our surgical procedures. You will provide support to the surgical team, surgeons, and nurses, ensuring that the operating room functions efficiently and that patients receive the highest level of care.

Description

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our surgical procedures. You will provide support to the surgical team, surgeons, and nurses, ensuring that the operating room functions efficiently and that patients receive the highest level of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operating room for surgical procedures, ensuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are readily available.
• Assist in the positioning of patients for surgery and provide physical and emotional support as needed.
• Sterilize and prepare surgical instruments and equipment.
• Hand instruments to the surgical team during procedures, maintaining a sterile field at all times.
• Assist in transporting patients to and from the operating room.
• Maintain a clean and organized operating room environment.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure the efficient flow of the surgical process.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a surgical technologist or operating room assistant is preferred.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and infection control.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to adhere to hospital policies and protocols.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily an action position requiring walking, bending, stooping, crawling, squatting and lifting up to 50 pounds. At times must lift up to 75 pounds. Potential for long periods of standing. Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to interface with the computer and other facility operating systems. Must have auditory acuity to effectively interact with patients and public.

Work Schedule

Regular schedule is based on patient volume and surgical schedule. Schedule is set by the Nursing Management prior to shift's start.

The above statement statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.