Sterile Processing Technician & Clinical Assistant - Twin Cities Orthopedics

iHealth; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

401(k) Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, auto, home, and pet insurance

Job summary

i-Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician/Clinical Assistant to support decontamination, sterilization, and patient care across multiple clinics. The role requires sterile processing certification, nursing assistant credentials if available, and strong attention to detail.

The position is full-time, based on our Edina and Eden Prairie locations, with a focus on maintaining high standards of aseptic technique and efficient clinical flow. Training and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent required
• Sterile Processing Tech certification required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Athletic Trainer (AT-C), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); or equivalent experience preferred
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, assemble, wrap, and sterilize equipment, supplies, and instruments
• Determine operational adequacy and distinguish between operator error and equipment
• Maintain sanitary, infection control and safety standards
• Follow cleaning checklists and maintain a clean, safe environment
• Assist in procurement and maintenance of sterile processing inventory
• Prepare for injections, dressings, and removal of sutures under provider direction
• Enter patient information into electronic health records and ensure coding requirements are followed
• Provide patient care support across multiple specialties
• Assist Care Coordinator with patient care and inventory as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Infection control

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Tech certification

CMA / AT-C / CNA certification

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

EHR systems

Sterilization equipment

Job description

The Sterile Processing Technician/Clinical Assistant is responsible for decontamination and process of clinic/surgical instruments and equipment along with providing patient care and related administrative duties.

This is a full-time role, Monday - Friday, hours vary out of our Edina and Eden Prairie locations.

Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates knowledge of processes, procedures, quality assurance, chemicals and medical instruments sufficient to be able to decontaminate, assemble, wrap, and sterilize equipment, supplies, and instruments.
• Demonstrates knowledge of equipment function sufficient to be able to determine operational adequacy and to distinguish between operator error and equipment
• Demonstrates knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform all assignments within the safety parameters.
• Independently follows all cleaning checklists thoroughly and appropriately and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Assists in the procurement and maintenance of sterile processing inventory
• Applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions
• Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory standards
• Demonstrates ability to pay attention to detail and strives to perform all tasks accurately
• Prepare, stock, and clean sterile processing room and exam rooms
• Room patients and prepare for exam
• Maintain an efficient, organized clinical flow
• Gather and verify pertinent patient information; compile patient medical data
• Assist with documentation of patient data into electronic health records system
• Prep for injections, change dressings, apply durable medical equipment, and remove sutures/staples under provider direction
• Application and removal of casts
• Ensure coding requirements are followed during entry of patient information
• Act as a prescribing delegate to enter medical orders (i.e. medications, laboratory services, imaging studies and other auxiliary services into the computerized provider order entry (CPOE) into patient electronic records under the direct supervision of the provider
• Able to support multiple specialties
• May also assist with any of the following:
  • Assist Care Coordinator with patient care services
  • Assist with medical supply inventory and ordering
  • Screen patient calls and respond to patient in a timely manner. Document all phone messages in the patient's electronic chart
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent required
• Sterile Processing Tech certification required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Athletic Trainer (AT-C), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); or equivalent experience preferred
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

Benefits & Compensation:

• Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package.
• Employees working 30+ hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for our Medical (w/Maternity Bundle), Dental & Vision plans, as well as Tuition Reimbursement.
• All employees, regardless of hours, are eligible for 401(k) Profit Sharing, Employee Assistance Program, Lifetime Fitness Subsidy, Car Rental discounts, Home, Auto, & Pet insurance savings programs & more.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices, and business ethics guidelines.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately, and meet deadlines. Prioritize workload effectively.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face, phone and email interactions. Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Notes:

• Revo/ i-Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Applicants or employees who wish to request an accommodation may do so by emailing [e-mail]. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
• We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program.
• Please note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Revo/ i-Health reserves the right to modify job duties or descriptions at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with applicable laws.