Sterile Processing Tech (Non-Cert) - McAllen

Clive Behavioral; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Clive Behavioral seeks a SPD intern to support the care and reprocessing of surgical instruments in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes attention to detail, manual dexterity, and on-the-job training to meet department competencies.

You will work under supervision for 12 months, complete CRCST certification by year’s end, and use instrument management systems (Censis, OneSource). English proficiency required; High School diploma or GED is sufficient to start.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or higher required.
• CRCST certification required by end of 12 months of internship.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Care for and handle surgical instruments.
• Reprocess reusable medical equipment and instrumentation.

Skills

Manual dexterity

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

CRCST certification by end of internship

Tools

Censis

OneSource

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs the basic activities and related professional services necessary in the care and handling of surgical instruments.

Qualifications

• Experience: None necessary, completion of formal training in field preferred.
• Computer skills: Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource).
• Manual Dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation

Education / Licensure

• Education: High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
• Note: This is a 12-month time limited positon. SPD intern will be trained and educated on the job to care for and reprocess reusable medical equipment and surgical instrumentation. The intern will successfully pass all hospital competencies for department. Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)) is required by the end of 12 months.
• Technical Skills: Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English.

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