Sterile Processing Technician

Good Samaritan Society; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 36,506; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rapid City is seeking an individual currently enrolled in an Associates Program in Surgical Technology. Responsibilities include managing surgical supplies and ensuring they are properly processed and sterilized. Strong communication and knowledge of medical terminology are essential. Full-time and part-time employees can benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience in Sterile Processing and/or Central Distribution strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient care and surgical supplies are properly inventoried and sterilized.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines.
• Recognize potential processing errors and follow-up accordingly.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Strong communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Currently in an Associates Program in Surgical Technology

Job description

Job Details

• Facility: Black Hills Surg Hosp
• Location: Rapid City, SD
• Address: 216 Anamaria Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
• Shift: Varies
• Job Schedule: PRN
• Weekly Hours: Varies
• Salary Range: $18.00 - $26.50

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring patient care and surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments are properly inventoried, decontaminated, assembled, inspected, packaged, sterilized, stored, distributed, and tracked in a quality and timely manner throughout the health system. Follows all standard operating procedures (SOP) and policies and Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines. Able to recognize potential and actual processing errors and follow‑up according to procedure or management instruction. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and maintains continuity in work flow. Utilizes applicable inventory systems in use.

Qualifications

Must be currently in an Associates Program in Surgical Technology. Minimum of 12 months experience in Sterile Processing and /or Central Distribution is strongly preferred. Must have knowledge of medical terminology, and must have strong communication and computer skills.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Additional Information

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0257978
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No