Sterile Processing Tech / General OR

Ardent Health Services; Glenwood Hills (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking an evening shift, full-time Operating Room Sterile Supply Processing Technician in Albuquerque, NM. This role involves decontamination, accurate assembly, and sterile processing of instruments for the OR and ambulatory departments, ensuring compliance with all regulations and patient safety.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and knowledge of sterilization standards; a Sterile Processing certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization methodologies, and regulatory standards for biological monitoring.
• Ability to take a lead role in workflow and problem-solve equipment malfunctions.
• One year of prior experience in Central Supply or Sterile Processing in a hospital or clinic setting.
• National Certification in Sterile Processing or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and ambulatory/specialty clinics.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

Regulatory standards knowledge

Sterilization methodologies

Leadership in workflow

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

National Certification in Sterile Processing

Job description

Overview

Join our team as an evening shift, full-time Operating Room (OR) Sterile Supply Processing Technician in Albuquerque, NM.

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:

• Lovelace Women’s Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center, and the first robotic surgery program in the state, recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Responsibilities

Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and ambulatory/specialty clinics. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization methodologies, and regulatory standards for biological monitoring. Ability to take a lead role in workflow and problem-solve equipment malfunctions.

Preferred Job Requirements

• One (1) year of previous job-related experience in Central Supply and/or Sterile Processing experience in a hospital or clinic setting.
• National Certification in Sterile Processing or equivalent.