Sterile Processing Technician

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for evening shifts (Mon-Fri, 3:00PM-11:30PM) to process instrumentation for the operating room and ancillary areas. The role emphasizes decontamination, sterilization, quality control, and accurate documentation within a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include assembling instrumentation, operating processing equipment, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Sterile Processing Technician experience or Surgical Technologist experience or enrollment/completion of a Sterile Processing Certification or Surgical Tech program.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, assembles and sterilizes instrumentation according to guidelines.
• Operates departmental equipment per policies and procedures.
• Maintains quality control with thorough documentation of sterilization process.
• Prioritizes and communicates customer needs within the department.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Identifies instrumentation and equipment used in all customer areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

Sterile processing

Quality control

Documentation

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Certification or Surgical Tech program

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

CRCST credential

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician Evenings - Full Time

Position Summary / Career Interest: Under the direction of the Sterile Processing Manager, the Sterile Processing Technician processes the instrumentation utilized in the operating room and ancillary areas according to regulatory standards and appropriate internal standards. The role provides a customer-focused service to all Health System team members, leadership and medical staff and to the patients/visitors. Hours for this position are Mon-Fri 3:00PM-11:30PM.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Decontaminates, assembles and sterilizes instrumentation according to national guidelines and internal standards.


• Operates departmental equipment within appropriate guidelines/policies/procedures.


• Demonstrates high levels of quality control by following departmental policies/procedures and thorough documentation of sterilization process.


• Effectively prioritizes and communicates customer needs within the department and with customers.


• Assists in maintaining a clean and safe work environment.


• Understands and identifies instrumentation and equipment utilized in all customer areas.


• Performs other assigned duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager related to Sterile Processing.


• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED


• Sterile Processing Technician or Surgical Technologist experience or current enrollment or completion of a Sterile Processing Certification or Surgical Tech program

Required Licensure and Certification

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 1 Year


• Preferred Licensure and Certification: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) upon Hire


• Certificate or Degree from a Surgical Tech Program

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-57828

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

About The University of Kansas Health System: As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.