Sterile Processing Technician

PeaceHealth; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

PeaceHealth seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, variable position in Longview, WA. The role performs sterilization of instruments, decontamination, and instrument assembly for surgical cases.

Requires CST/CSPDT/CRCST certification with related experience and High School diploma or equivalent. The position includes responsibilities for operating autoclaves, maintaining equipment, and routine tasks.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, assemble and distribute supplies, equipment and instruments for surgical cases; restock inventory.
• Clean, decontaminate, disassemble and sterilize instruments and supplies.
• Operate sterilization equipment and maintain department equipment.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Verbal and written communications

Education

High School Diploma Preferred

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.79 – $33.93. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

Responsible for operating autoclaves and other equipment to clean, decontaminate and sterilize instruments and equipment, including power equipment as applicable. Also responsible for inspecting and assembling instruments, trays and packs.

Details of the Position

• Responsible for the coordination, assembly and distribution of supplies, equipment and instruments for surgical cases.Re-stocking inventory.
• Cleaning, decontaminating, disassembling and sterilizing instruments and supplies.
• Operate a variety of sterilization equipment.
• Clean and maintain department equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Education

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent

Experience

• Preferred: Completion of a National Central Service Technician course and/or six months experience as a Sterile Process Technician

Credentials

• Required: Certification as Sterile Processing Technician (Natl Sterile Processing/Distribution Certification Certification from IAHCSMM, as a Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST), or certification from CBSPD as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech (CSPDT) or other nationally recognized certifying body)

Skills

• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications. (Required)
• Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communications. (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently.
• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 25 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force.
• Reaching frequently.
• Squat/ kneel occasionally.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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