Sterile Processing Tech

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is seeking an Evening Shift, full-time Sterile Processing Technician in Topeka, KS.

You will handle decontamination, assembly and sterilization of all operating room instruments, ensuring adherence to infection control standards and proper sterilization practices. Responsibilities include prioritizing instrument sets for the OR, maintaining accurate sterilization records, and supporting the surgical schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing training program.
• Certified Sterile Processing Tech preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, sterilization methods and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, correct assembly and sterile processing of all OR/clinic instruments.
• Adhere to decontamination and terminal sterilization procedures for instrumentation.
• Maintain infection control standards in cleaning and sterilization.
• Follow defined sterilization practices to ensure proper instrumentation.
• Assist in OR scheduling by prioritizing instrument set needs.
• Track instrument sets and pouches on sterilization records.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Infection control

Instrument tracking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview:

Join our team as an evening shift, full-time, Sterile Processing Tech in Topeka, KS

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and ambulatory/specialty clinics.
• Demonstrates an understanding of procedures required for decontamination and terminal sterilization of instrumentation while instituting protective measures.
• Practices all infection control standards regarding proper cleaning and sterilization of all instrumentation.
• Understands and follows defined sterilization practices for all instrumentation to assure proper and approved sterilization.
• Assists in the facilitation of the OR schedule by proper prioritizingof instrument set needs, including ancillary departments.
• Track instrument sets and pouches on the proper sterilizationrecord.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

• High school or equivalent education.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Completion of a Sterile Processing training program
• Certified Sterile Processing Tech
• Knowledge of instrumentation, sterilization methods, and infection control practices.