Sterile Processing Technician

Saint Luke's Health System; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Collaborative environment

Support for goals

Innovation mindset

Job summary

Saint Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, KS is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician for the evening shift. You will process, sterilize, and document instrument sterility for the surgery department and clinics, following AORN and AAMI standards.

Join a team that values patient safety, continuous learning, and adherence to infection-control protocols. 1-year experience and CRCST certification are preferred; a diploma is required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of sterile processing experience.
• CRCST certification with HSPA.
• Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Process, sterilize, and document sterility of instruments.
• Decontaminate and assemble instrument sets and trays.
• Verify function and integrity of instruments; label correctly.
• Communicate effectively with team and surgery staff.
• Adhere to AORN, AAMI and infection-control standards.

Skills

CRCST Certification

Sterile Processing

Instrument Handling

Communication

Education

Diploma

CRCST Certification (HSPA)

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Saint Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician. You will have the opportunity to expand your skill set, work in a challenging fast-paced environment, and be supported through continuous learning and professional development.

Shift Details:

Monday-Friday

Evening Shift

Weekend Rotation and Holiday Call Required.

The Work:

• Responsible for the processing, sterilization, and documentation related to sterility of instruments used in the surgery department and on-site/off-site clinics in accordance with AORN and AAMI standards.
• Decontaminates and assembles instrument sets and surgery trays using count sheets. Verifies proper function and integrity of instruments. Labels instruments correctly and returns them to their proper location.
• Communicates effectively and positively with team members and surgery staff.
• Moves with a sense of urgency when needed.
• Efficient in the quality execution of instrumentation that is directly related to patient safety and department efficiencies.
• Familiar with AAMI Joint Commission and APIC standards related to infection control.

To be successful in this position, you will need to have confidence in your abilities and strong communication skills. As a leader in healthcare, we are constantly bringing in new technology and advanced procedures. You will need to embrace these changes and get excited about learning a new skill. We are looking for detailed professionals who are process driven and understands the importance of keeping the patient safe. You must put the patient first in everything you do and always follow processes exactly.

Why Saint Luke's?

• We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve.
• We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard.
• We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.
• Saint Luke's offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all of their employees, click here to find out more

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

1 year

Cert Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

Diploma

Job Details

Full Time

Evening (United States of America)