Sterile Processing Tech: Precision Instrument Sterilization

Dartmouth Health; New London (NH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long term disability

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, process and sterilize supplies as per infection control guidelines. The role requires following manufacturer instructions for steam and low temperature sterilization and assisting the OR with kits and trays.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and obtain Central Sterile certification after one year of full-time work experience. Competitive benefits are provided. Title: 41704.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• After one full time year of work experience, obtain central sterile certification.

Responsibilities

• Follows manufacturer instructions for steam and low temperature sterilization.
• Decontaminate, disinfect instruments and endoscopes per standards.
• Inspect and assemble surgical instrument kits.
• Adhere to CSR policies and AAMI guidelines.
• Test equipment (Bowies and Biologicals) and report results.
• Deliver sterile instruments and kits within 48 hours to other departments.
• Maintain a clean work environment per regulator guidelines and hospital policy.
• Attend staff meetings and required competencies.
• Assist orientation of new staff as needed.
• Answer phone and take messages when needed.
• Assist with reps and trays, support OR in locating kits.

Skills

Surgical instrument kits knowledge

Infection control practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Central Sterile certification

Job description

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, process and sterilize supplies as per infection control guidelines. The role requires following manufacturer instructions for steam and low temperature sterilization and assisting the OR with kits and trays.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and obtain Central Sterile certification after one year of full-time work experience. Competitive benefits are provided. Title: 41704.