Sterile Processing Tech

Kansas Health System; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Kansas Health System in Olathe is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to support operating room instrumentation and related areas. The role focuses on decontamination, sterilization, and reliable customer-focused service to Health System staff and medical teams.

Under the Sterile Processing Manager, you will ensure quality control, proper documentation, and adherence to inner and national standards while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Sterile Processing Technician or Surgical Tech experience or enrollment or completion of a Sterile Processing Certification or Surgical Tech program.
• Certificate or Degree from a Surgical Tech Program is required.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, assembles and sterilizes instrumentation per national guidelines and internal standards.
• Operates departmental equipment within guidelines and policies.
• Maintains quality control with documentation of sterilization processes.
• Prioritizes and communicates customer needs within the department.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Assists in understanding instrumentation and equipment used in all customer areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager related to Sterile Processing.
• Must perform professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the unit.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Tech / Surgical Tech experience or enrollment / certification

Certificate or Degree from Surgical Tech Program

Job description

Position Title

Sterile Processing Tech

Varies - PRN

Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Under the direction of the Sterile Processing Manager, the Sterile Processing Technician processes the instrumentation utilized in the operating room and ancillary areas according to regulatory standards and appropriate internal standards. The role provides and customer-focused service to all Health System team members, leadership and medical staff and to the patients/visitors.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Decontaminates, assembles and sterilizes instrumentation according to national guidelines and internal standards.
• Operates departmental equipment within appropriate guidelines/policies/procedures.
• Demonstrates high levels of quality control by following departmental policies/procedures and thorough documentation of sterilization process.
• Effectively prioritizes and communicates customer needs within the department and with customers.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Understands and identifies instrumentation and equipment utilized in all customer areas.
• Performs other assigned duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager related to Sterile Processing.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED
• Sterile Processing Technician or Surgical Technologist experience or current enrollment or completion of a Sterile Processing Certification or Surgical Tech program
• Certificate or Degree from a Surgical Tech Program

Required Licensure and Certification

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician(CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 1 Year

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician(CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) upon Hire

Time Type:

Part time

Job Requisition ID:

R-58737

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.