Sterile Processing Technician

Avera Heart Hospital, South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operative team. You'll ensure sterile instruments and supplies are available, prepared, and within policy, contributing to patient safety and efficient surgery schedules.

This role requires a high school diploma, is on-site with flexible shifts including weekends, and may involve on-call duties. Certification in sterile processing and BLS are preferred to join our dedicated care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in hospital sterile processing preferred.
• IAHCSMM certification preferred.
• Current BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing sterile processing for operative patients.
• Prepare, decontaminate, and package instruments per hospital policy.
• Monitor and track department equipment and instrumentation.
• Participate in quality improvement and staff training.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

Instrument handling

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location:Sioux Falls, SDWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)At Avera Heart Hospital, you’re not just joining a workplace – you’re becoming part of a family. With more than 700 dedicated employee, we deliver care that truly makes a difference. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the distinction of being one of only a handful of hospitals nationwide – out of more than 4,000 – to achieve a double 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.Position HighlightsThis position assists professional staff in providing care for the operative patient. This position requires surgical knowledge and expertise to ensure proper instrumentation and supplies are available on the surgical field and/or in the operating room where the procedure is to be performed. This position helps the sterile operative team, performs routine and specialized housekeeping activities, applies principles of infection control and medical ethics. Retrieves, cleans, and decontaminates instrumentation and equipment, issues and tracks department specific equipment/instrumentation within the hospital. Prepares, packages, and processes items in accordance with hospital policies, established practices and manufacturer’s recommendations. Performs, recommends and evaluates quality measures and improvements. This position will also be responsible for training newly assigned personnel. Patient safety and confidentiality are maintained at all times.Work Schedule:Flexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as hospital needs demand. Routine on call requirements.Education/Experience:High school diploma or G.E.D. required. Previous experience in hospital sterile processing preferred.Licensure/Certification:IAHCSMM certification preferred. Current BLS certification preferred.