Sterile Processing Technician

DMOS; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

No weekend or holiday shifts

Competitive compensation

Profit sharing

Affordable health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Job summary

AMPSC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in Ankeny, IA. You will sterilize and organize instruments for orthopedic and endoscopic cases, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for procedures.

Interact with staff professionally and uphold sterile standards to protect patient care throughout surgeries. Requirements include 1 year of related experience preferred, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and comfortable standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Sterile Processing Technician experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Standing for at least 6 hours per day.
• Proficient in basic math and able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and organize surgical instruments for ortho and endo cases.
• Handle intercom calls professionally and courteously.
• Maintain sterile processing practices to ensure patient safety.
• Support team to complete department tasks efficiently.

Skills

Problem solving

Typing

Computer proficiency

Flexibility

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

AMPSC - Ankeny Medical Park Surgery Center
Ankeny, IA 50023, USA

Description

PERKS:AMPSC is committed to delivering top-notch surgical care in a compassionate and professional manner to our patients. We value work-life balance, providing generous time off, no weekend or holiday shifts, competitive compensation, profit sharing, and unparalleled benefits including affordable health, vision, and dental insurance. Our comprehensive benefits package supports our staff's well-being and their pursuit of work-life balance

Do I want to do the role?: As a Sterile Processing Technician, you play a crucial role in ensuring that all equipment required for medical procedures is properly sterilized after each use. You will be charged with meticulously cleaning surgical tools, organizing equipment for both ortho and endo cases. You will handle intercom calls in a professional, courteous manner and work with a team to ensure tasks are completed. Your role involves adhering to sterile processing best practices to uphold the quality of patient care throughout their surgery.

Can I do this job?: 1 year experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in a similar role or surgery center setting preferred. You can lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet a minimum of 6 hours out of an 8 hour day. You must be able to identify problems, and conflicts and work proactively towards resolution. You can perform simple math calculations and follow verbal and written instructions. You have proficiency in typing and using computers. You are adaptable and able to adjust your schedule to ensure department work gets done.

What are we looking for in our candidates?

• Evidence Based Care Enthusiasts: We approach every day with a patient centered focus and are diligent about an outstanding care experience for all who come to AMPSC.
• Emerging Leaders with a Servant Heart: We do everything with the highest level of purpose, preparation and focus for others. We know our best selves are delivered in action, not just words.
• People who want Continuous Learning: We strive to learn everyday through sincere curiosity; we look for ways to improve our patient care, ourselves and the community.
• Vision for the Future: We see a future of patient centered care that allows for minimal disruption to the patient, the provider and peers through outstanding surgical and ancillary services throughout the metro.

What is AMSPC: Since 2017, our dedicated team has been committed to providing patients with the most comprehensive outpatient orthopaedic surgical care. As a partnering organization to three professionals in excellence (DMOS, IDDC and Unity Point), we are a busy organization serving the Ankeny and North Polk County patients. We devote our time to providing world-class care to our patients. Our surgeons are board-certified or board eligible – which means they have the knowledge, experience, and skills necessary to provide the highest quality care in their specialty. Ankeny Medical Park Surgery Center is committed to providing the highest standard of surgical care in a professional, compassionate, and considerate manner to our patients.

Who does well here: People who succeed at AMPSC are positive, friendly, professional and data driven. We seek a can-do attitude with a proactive coaching and consulting skill set. This person knows how to communicate positively and professionally to patients, physicians, mid-levels, administrative professionals, and team members. If we are speaking about you, then you may be our ideal candidate. Thank you for considering joining our team and discover how your talents can change lives.

AMPSC is a privately held medical facility. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete a criminal background check, and meet certain vaccination requirements. Those offered a role must successfully complete federal background checks, education verification, reference checks, and an initial TB test.

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