Sterile Processing Tech

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a nonprofit health system dedicated to improving the health of our community. This role supports operating rooms and related services by ensuring sterile processing and accurate documentation.

Under supervision, you will clean, sterilize, reprocess equipment, manage supplies, and assist with instrument locations and transport. CPR and Sterile Processing Certification, plus a high school diploma, are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
• CPR Certification.
• Sterile Processing Certification.
• LMHS accreditation and annual education related to specialty certifications and standards may be required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sterilize, reprocess, and wrap all equipment for Operating Room, Labor & Delivery, Med Surg units, Endo Diagnostic Lab, Emergency Room, Urgent Care facilities and physician practices.
• Document on sterilization records
• Check in all daily supplies and put away accordingly
• Assist OR staff with instrument locations and transport
• Prepare supply orders for surgical byers
• Flush eyewash stations and maintain logs

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Read and follow instructions

Education

CPR Certification

Sterile Processing Certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non‑profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting‑edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life‑saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well‑being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state‑of‑the‑art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Under assessment and supervision of theDirector of Surgical Proceduresand according to established policies and procedures, performs activities in order to assist health care providers in performing various technical /clinical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Clean, sterilize, reprocess, and wrap all equipment for Operating Room, Labor & Delivery, Med Surg units, Endo Diagnostic Lab, Emergency Room, Urgent Care facilities and physician practices.
• Document on sterilization records
• Check in all daily supplies and put away accordingly
• Assist OR staff with instrument locations and transport
• Prepare supply orders for surgical byers
• Flush eyewash stations and maintain logs

Requirements:

• Maintain CPR Certification
• Maintain Sterile Processing Certification
• Minimum requirement, high school diploma or GED.
• Read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors protected by law.

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