Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization & PPE

Saint Luke's Health System; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke's Health System in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to decontaminate, disinfect, clean, and prepare instruments for sterilization, while supporting providers and the nursing team.

This full-time role involves processing instruments, maintaining equipment, and documenting tests and maintenance in accordance with regulatory guidelines, with potential travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of applicable experience.
• Certification/credential preferred but not required.
• Experience in sterile processing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, disinfect, clean, sterilize, and package supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Prepare instruments and supplies for sterilization and autoclaving.
• Assist providers and nursing staff in delivery of professional medical care as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy and vitals collection as required per protocols.
• Maintain proper documentation and logging of biological tests and equipment functionality.
• Operate autoclave/sterilizer and washers per manufacturer guidelines.
• Some travel may be required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EMR usage

PPE procedures

Sterilization techniques

Instrument processing

Documentation

Education

IAHCSMM certification preferred

Medical Assistant experience preferred

Tools

Autoclave equipment

Ultrasonic washers

EMR system

Job description

Saint Luke's Health System in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to decontaminate, disinfect, clean, and prepare instruments for sterilization, while supporting providers and the nursing team.

This full-time role involves processing instruments, maintaining equipment, and documenting tests and maintenance in accordance with regulatory guidelines, with potential travel as needed.