Sterile Processing Technician, Full Time

Valley Health System; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of reusable medical devices. You will ensure devices are functional, manage inventory, and follow infection control standards to support hospital operations.

The role requires a high school diploma and CRCST certification within 18 months, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST certification required within 18 months or 2080 hours of hire date.
• Ability to self-direct and function efficiently under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Carry out decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices.
• Ensure instrumentation is functional and remove defective devices from service.
• Maintain inventory and par levels of supplies and instrumentation.
• Understand disinfection and sterilization methodologies and processes.

Skills

Self-direction

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

CRCST certification

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

Department PROCESSING - 206252 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Range $18.96 - $25.59

Job Description

• Sterile Processing Technicians carry out the task of decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices.
• Ensures the instrumentation is functional and removes defective devices from service.
• Maintains sufficient inventory and par levels of supplies and instrumentation.
• An understanding of disinfection and sterilization methodologies and processes is required.
• Provide excellent customer service exhibiting interpersonal skills to user departments, vendors, and team members.
• This position requires attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to efficiently prioritize demand.
• Participation in environmental maintenance responsibilities is necessary to meet regulatory requirements.
• Sterile Processing Technicians are responsible for following infection control recommendations and standards as described through accreditation agencies.
• Technicians are expected to engage in other task as needed to maintain functionality of the department.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certification & Licensures

• CRCST Certification required within 18 months or 2080 hours of hire date

Qualifications

• Ability to self-direct and function efficiently under minimal supervision

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Physical Demands

26 A

Sterile Processing Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

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