Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time - Weekend Shifts Optional!

Surgery Partners, Inc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

Telemedicine access to physicians 24/7

Paid Time Off

401k Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina Specialty Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Sterile Processor to ensure proper care and maintenance of surgical instrumentation, equipment and sterilization processes in the OR. The position requires knowledge of aseptic techniques, ability to work under pressure, and effective communication with OR staff to maintain a safe patient environment.

Certification in Sterile Processing is preferred and one year of experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to communicate and understand English (verbal and written).
• Certification in Sterile Processing is preferred.
• Minimum of one year Sterile Processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate sterile processing equipment and instrumentation.
• Ensure aseptic techniques and sterile practices are followed.
• Communicate special equipment needs to the OR staff and monitor instrument schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Good communication skills

Teamwork in OR

Organized

Self-motivation

Education

High School diploma or GED

English language proficiency

Sterile Processing Certification (preferred)

1 year Sterile Processing experience (preferred)

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH), is a private, physician-owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. North Carolina Specialty Hospital's commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped the hospital maintain a number of high rankings in both quality measures and patient satisfaction. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery and more.

Why join North Carolina Specialty Hospital?

• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Telemedicine/You have access to Physicians 24/7/365 through MDLIVE
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Sterile Processing supervisor and the Director of O.R., the Sterile Processor ensures proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation, equipment, and sterilization processes. The Sterile Processor must demonstrate good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques, must have knowledge of equipment, instruments, procedures and supplies used in the operating room. The Sterile Processor must be able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact and endurance. This position must provide on-going and continual communication with Operating Room staff, including communicating special equipment needs as they arise. The Sterile Processor must also monitor the daily schedule for changes in instrumentation.

Skills & Abilities

• Able to work independently and met established deadlines.
• Able to make sound reasonable decisions
• Highly organized
• Ability to concentrate on many detailed requests despite numerous interruptions.
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptive to change, creativity and innovative
• Ability to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situation with tact.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with staff
• Demonstrates professional and self-development through continuing education
• Seeks guidance, direction and assistance when needed
• Function as a team in the OR and demonstrate the ability to work under stress with all types of personalities
• Able to work well with people under deadlines and stress
• Able to be flexible and take on new responsibilities

Training, Education & Experience

• High School graduate or GED required
• Must be able to communicate and understand the English language both verbal and written
• Certification in Sterile Processing is preferred
• A minimum of one (1) year of Sterile Processing experience preferred

Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening and background check.