Sterile Processing Tech II - Certified, Preceptor-Ready

IU Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to cleanse, wrap, sterilize, and distribute instruments used in patient care. This role also provides orientation and training to Sterile Processing staff and ensures daily operations comply with hospital policies.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and national certification (CRCST/CSPDT/CFER) or CST, plus ongoing CE credits and preceptor capability.

Qualifications

• Requires CRCST/CSPDT/CFER national certification or Certified Surgical Technologist from NBSTSA.
• Requires 18 CE credits annually focused on CS information and advancement.
• Requires demonstrated advanced knowledge to function as Tech II.
• Requires ability to serve as a preceptor for Sterile Processing.
• Requires completion of Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or preceptor training modules.
• Requires basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes used in patient care.
• Provides orientation and training to the Sterile Processing Staff.
• Utilizes advanced knowledge to facilitate daily functions of the area in accordance with hospital and departmental policies, work instructions and guidelines.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Basic computer skills

Endo instrumentation knowledge (pref)

Preceptor/training ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

IU Health in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to cleanse, wrap, sterilize, and distribute instruments used in patient care. This role also provides orientation and training to Sterile Processing staff and ensures daily operations comply with hospital policies.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and national certification (CRCST/CSPDT/CFER) or CST, plus ongoing CE credits and preceptor capability.