Sterile Processing Tech

United Surgical Partners International; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Life and AD&D coverage

Short- and long-term disability

FSAs and HSAs

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Crown Point Surgical Suites in Crown Point, IN, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean and sterilize instruments and supplies for our orthopedic and podiatry-focused center. The role emphasizes attention to sterilization standards and efficient turnover for operating rooms.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, and a Sterile Process Certification is preferred, with 1–2 years’ experience in Central Sterile Processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Sterile process certification preferred.
• 1–2 years’ experience as a Central Sterile Processing Technician in multiple specialties or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sterilization of instruments and supplies.
• Ensure autoclaves and cleaning equipment function properly.
• Maintain accurate documentation and turnover times for operating rooms.
• Follow Universal Precautions and safety guidelines to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Interact professionally with patients, physicians and staff.
• Attend required trainings and maintain required certifications.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Sterile Process Certification Program

1–2 years Central Sterile Processing experience

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician

Welcome to Crown Point Surgical Suites

At Crown Point Surgical Suites our mission is to make positive and measurable differences in the health of the patients and communities we serve. Both patients and family members benefit from our warm, tranquil environment, where they receive personalized attention that is unequaled. From admission through discharge, be assured that your journey through CPSS will be patient-focused, convenient and comfortable.

Specialties: Orthopedic & Podiatry

Job Summary

Responsible for cleaning and sterilizing all items pertinent to the operations of the center.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and implements AMI standards and any other resources (IFU’s, SDSs, policies) for the sterilization of instruments and supplies.
• Can work independently and uses time wisely.
• Demonstrates good body mechanics
• Speaks up to address practice issues.
• Coordinates the availability of instruments/supplies for cases as needed.
• Assures the adequate functioning and cleaning of all autoclaves and other sterilization/cleaning equipment.
• Maintains adequate supplies without waste that are needed for sterilization process.
• Maintains complete and accurate documentation.
• Facilitates turnover times to promote operating room efficiency.
• Uses Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
• Assists with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance, and participates in emergency preparedness drills.
• Follows all equipment and safety guidelines, and is personally responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
• Interacts appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background.
• Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team.
• Attends in-service training, required education, conferences, and meetings to learn new skills as required.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintains designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center.
• Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
• Complies with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.

Qualification requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual shall be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Completion of a Sterile Process Certification Program is preferred.
• One to two years’ experience as an Central Sterile Processing Technician in multiple specialties or equivalent combination of education and experience.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation