Sterile Processing Technician

Optum; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health care organization as a Sterile Processing Tech, where your role is crucial in supporting clinical operations. This position involves the decontamination and reprocessing of surgical instruments, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. With a commitment to health equity and sustainability, you will be part of a team that values performance and offers clear growth pathways. Enjoy a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the health care system.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Stock options

401k contributions

Qualifications

• Ability to perform cleaning and decontamination of instruments and equipment.
• Experience in maintaining records of sterilization tasks.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process instrumentation, supplies, and equipment.
• Conduct sterilization and high-level disinfection of instruments.
• Maintain accurate records and perform daily quality checks.

Skills

Decontamination of instruments

Sterilization techniques

Record keeping

Ability to lift 24 to 50 lbs

Fluency in English

Education

Sterile Processing certification (HSPA)

Job description

$2,000 Sign-on bonus for External Candidates!

Join us to be part of shaping the future of health care. We offer integrated health programs across the entire continuum of care. Come grow with us under the motto Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Sterile Processing Tech is a vital team member responsible for supporting clinical operations through technical tasks. This role primarily involves decontamination and reprocessing of instrument sets and sterile supplies, as well as preparing case carts for surgical procedures.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Receive and process instrumentation, supplies, and equipment from various sources in a timely manner.
2. Perform cleaning and decontamination of instruments, scopes, and equipment, including disposal of biohazards, following proper PPE protocols and manufacturer instructions for use (IFU).
3. Conduct sterilization and high-level disinfection of instruments and scopes using steam autoclaves, low-temperature, and liquid chemical methods.
4. Perform and document daily quality checks on sterile processing environment and equipment.
5. Maintain accurate records of sterilization and high-level disinfection tasks.
6. Handle instrumentation and equipment according to AAMI standards and manufacturer instructions.
7. Keep work areas and equipment maintained to meet AAMI standards and IFU's.
8. Assist in orienting new employees to department operations and work assignments.

We value performance and provide recognition in a challenging environment with clear growth pathways and development opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

1. Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing/pulling) and lift 24 to 50 lbs regularly.
2. Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, understanding).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Sterile Processing certification (HSPA).
2. At least 1 year of experience in an acute care setting.

The hourly pay ranges from $16.88 to $33.22, based on full-time employment, experience, education, certifications, and market factors. Benefits include comprehensive packages, incentive programs, stock options, and 401k contributions, subject to eligibility.

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone, regardless of background or income. We are committed to health equity, environmental sustainability, and delivering equitable care to address health disparities.

OptumCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.