Sterile Processing Technician 1

United Health Services; Village of Johnson City (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Sterile Processing Technician. This entry-level role involves crucial tasks such as manual decontamination, operating sterilization equipment, and ensuring the quality of surgical instruments. You will play a vital part in supporting patient outcomes by maintaining sterilization records and managing surgical inventory. With a commitment to personal growth and a supportive culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a vibrant community while making a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Wellness Rewards

Online Courses

Internal Mobility Opportunities

Qualifications

• Certification as a Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician within 18 months.
• 1 year previous SPD or Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Sterile Processing Department duties including decontamination and sterilization.
• Maintain and document sterilization records in the tracking system.

Skills

Manual Decontamination

Operating Mechanical Washers

Sterilization Techniques

Quality Inspections

Surgical Instrumentation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electric Instrument Tracking System

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Position Overview

Under general direction, performs Sterile Processing Department duties, including manual decontamination, operating mechanical washers, assembly, packaging, sterilization, operating various sterilizers, equipment and instrument quality inspections, ordering supplies, and distributing reusable surgical instrumentation and medical devices.

Following UHS Sterile Processing and Infection Control policies, interprets, maintains, and documents sterilization records in the electric instrument tracking system. Tracks all reusable instrumentation for inpatient units, off-site clinical areas, and outpatient clinics.

All responsibilities aim to provide positive patient outcomes by meeting the needs of physicians, clinical units, ancillary areas, clinics, and UHS affiliates.

Primary Department or Work Location

Sterile Processing, UHS Wilson Medical Center

Primary Work Shift

Night

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation Range

$17.98 - $25.17 per hour, depending on experience

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year previous SPD (certified or uncertified) or Operating Room experience
• Surgical inventory experience

License/Certification

Minimum Required

• Certification as a Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician within 18 months of hire (requires 400 hours of experience to sit for the exam)

Preferred

• Not Applicable

Why You’ll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we support our team through meaningful benefits, personal growth opportunities, and a supportive culture. We foster a sense of belonging and collaboration through various initiatives and events. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, wellness rewards, and growth opportunities like online courses and internal mobility. Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers a vibrant community with recreational activities and a high quality of life.

About United Health Services

UHS is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier, comprising hospitals, long-term care, home care services, and physician practices. We serve two-thirds of the region’s population, with a workforce of over 6,300 employees and providers. Our work is guided by values of compassion, trust, respect, teamwork, and innovation, aimed at improving community health and well-being.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare