Sterile Processing Technician

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for the night shift at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest. You will decontaminate, sterilize, and package surgical instruments, following strict procedures and safety protocols.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and adherence to infection control practices; certification timelines for CSPDT/CRCST apply. Onsite, full-time position with weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Reading and comprehension skills; communicate with the healthcare team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a changing, stressful environment; attention to detail.
• CSPDT certification within 1.5 years; Pennsylvania regulation.
• CRCST certification within 1.5 years; IAHCSMM regulation.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates instruments safely according to procedures.
• Prepares trays of surgical instruments and packs.
• Operates steam and sterilizers per departmental instructions.
• Gives shift report to the next person and documents appropriately.
• Maintains aseptic technique and infection control practices.
• Attends in-service and educational programs as required.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under stress

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CSPDT certification (Within 1.5 years)

CRCST certification (IAHCSMM) (Within 1.5 years)

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Is responsible for the cleaning, decontamination sterilization, packaging and processing of surgical instruments and devices in accordance with prescribed procedures and techniques. May perform other tasks, i.e. clerical support duties and other duties as need be. Utilizes multiple technologies and equipment safely and effectively for each processing phase.

Job Duties

• Decontaminates instruments in a safe and appropriate manner


• Prepares Trays of surgical instruments and packs.


• Operates steam and sterrad sterilizers in strict accordance with departmental procedures, and manufacturing instructions.


• Gives verbal report to appropriate person on following shift. Completes written departmental shift report.


• Demonstrates good aseptic technique and infection control practices.


• Attends inservice and educational programs as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED


• Reading, comprehension skills, and able to communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team.


• Ability to function efficiently in a changing and stressful environment. Must be conscientious with regard to detail and techniques.


• CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech - State of Pennsylvania Within 1.5 Years or


• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician IAHCSMM - State of Pennsylvania Within 1.5 Years

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient’s weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work Shift:

Night Shift

Address:

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

2300-0730 with weekend and holiday rotation

Department:

1004-09158 Sterile Processing - CC