Sterile Processing Tech Certified

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Baltimore is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to operate sterilization equipment, decontaminate instruments, and ensure cleanliness and proper function for all trays and sets. You will maintain inventory for case carts and support audits to uphold high standards of safety.

This role requires a High School diploma equivalency or related experience, with credentials in sterile processing preferred, and offers a comprehensive benefits package within a full-time schedule at Saint

Qualifications

• Sterile Processing Technician role with focus on instrument cleanliness and function.
• Experience with decontamination per IFUs and protocols.
• Ability to correct instrument sets per standards and tracking systems.
• Maintain inventory for case carts and supply needs.
• Perform quality assurance audits of peers.

Responsibilities

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments for cleanliness and proper function.
• Decontaminate soiled instruments and equipment per IFUs and protocols.
• Correct instrument sets according to standards and tracking systems.
• Maintain inventory levels for case carts.
• Perform QA audits of peers.

Skills

Sterile processing

Inventory management

Quality audits

Decontamination procedures

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of relevant experience

Tools

Instrument tracking systems

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Facility: Saint Agnes Ascension
• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Evening | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Required Credential(s):
• One or more of the following:
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.