Sterile Processing Technician Certified

Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital; Oakview (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the SPD department by decontaminating, inspecting, packaging and autoclaving medical instrument sets. The role ensures sterile equipment is available for end users and meets quality standards while adhering to safety and regulatory requirements.

The position focuses on accurate record-keeping, efficient processing, and teamwork within a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with decontamination and sterilization processes.
• Ability to inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and Disinfection.
• Preparation and Sterilization.
• Keeps accurate records of sterilization processes to comply with regulations.
• Carefully handles sterilized items to maintain sterility.
• Sets high standards of performance and productivity.
• Uses communication skills to achieve outcomes and promote teamwork.
• Supports quality and cost-effective care.
• Promotes the team concept and collaboration.
• Maintains professional appearance and work environment.
• Complies with safety policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Attention to detail

Instrument refurbishment

Equipment operation knowledge

Infection control standards

Job description

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part

Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician plays an integral part in the day-to-day operation of the SPD department, by delivering an efficient and flexible service, to safely decontaminate, inspect, package and autoclave medical instrument sets to provide sterile equipment for the end user, ensuring that on a day-to-day basis, the service meets operational targets and achieves the appropriate quality standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• - Knowledge of instrumentation preferred.
• - Key attention to detail required to inspect surgical instruments for cleanliness and functionality.
• - To further identify instruments in need of repair or refurbishment and ensure correct process is followed to prevent negative outcomes to the surgical team.
• - Knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment malfunction.
• - Knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control, and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters.

Essential Job Functions

• - Cleaning and Disinfection.
• - Preparation and Sterilization.
• - Keeps accurate records of sterilization processes to comply with federal and other external regulations by following departmental policies and procedures.
• - Carefully and properly handles sterilized items to ensure sterility is maintained.
• - Sets high standards of performance and productivity for self and others.
• - Uses communication skills to achieve the desired outcomes and is perceived as satisfying and acceptable by those involved promoting teamwork.
• - Supports quality and cost-effective care.
• - Promotes the team concept by demonstrating commitment and involvement among co-workers and other members of the health care team.
• - Maintains professional appearance, behavior and work environment.
• - Enhances personal and professional development.
• - Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
• - Employee is responsible for all other duties as assigned for which competency has been demonstrated.

Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. Routinely recognized as one of Omaha's top employers, OrthoNebraska is all about people. Our approach is grounded in collaboration. This means the physician, care team, support staff, patient, and caregivers work together to get patients back to what they love. and you have room to make your career journey your own.