Sterile Processing Tech II — Elevate Perioperative Care

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Shift differentials

Wellness program

Discount program

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene, ID is seeking experienced Sterile Processing Technicians to join our Perioperative Services team. You will disinfect, sterilize, and prepare surgical instruments for safe use, maintaining high patient-safety standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma, CRCST certification, 1 year of sterile processing experience, and familiarity with AAMI/AORN standards. A relocation bonus up to $7,500 is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST certification through HSPA or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience in acute or ambulatory Sterile Processing setting required.
• Preceptor training completed within 6 months and annual modules required.
• Familiar with AAMI/AORN standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect, sterilize, and prepare surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Maintain compliance with department standards and processes.
• Ensure patient safety through rigorous sterilization protocols.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

CRCST certification

Preceptor training

Tools

Instrument tracking system

Job description

Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene, ID is seeking experienced Sterile Processing Technicians to join our Perioperative Services team. You will disinfect, sterilize, and prepare surgical instruments for safe use, maintaining high patient-safety standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma, CRCST certification, 1 year of sterile processing experience, and familiarity with AAMI/AORN standards. A relocation bonus up to $7,500 is offered along with comprehensive benefits.