Sterile Processing Technician I - PRN

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Cost-share dental and vision insurances

Paid time off

Tuition discounts at Alaska Pacific University

On-site training and development opportunities

Job summary

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I in Anchorage, Alaska. In this role, you will perform decontamination, cleaning, assembly, and sterilization of reusable surgical instruments and medical equipment under limited supervision.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED, with knowledge of medical supplies and procedures. Benefits include medical insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off. The position emphasizes a commitment to quality and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturer instructions for cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment.
• Experience with high-level disinfection and quality assurance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Transport soiled medical equipment and perform decontamination and cleaning.
• Manage inventory for both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Perform quality assurance for sterilized products.

Skills

Knowledge of medical supplies, instruments and equipment

Basic medical terminology and anatomy

Communication skills

Analytical and research skills

Ability to establish cooperative working relationships

Personal computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician I

Under limited supervision, transports soiled medical equipment, performs decontamination, cleaning, inspection, cleaning verification testing, assembly & packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments and equipment. Performs intermediate-level to high-level disinfection, distribution of processed medical equipment for the entire ANMC campus.

Responsibilities

• Perform work under direct or general supervision; may only perform simple or routine aspects of the position.
• Follow standard precautions to control the spread of infection while in decontamination, prep and disinfection processing areas.
• Practice according to manufacturer recommendations for high-level disinfection, including quality control monitoring and assembly of instrumentation.
• Manage inventory to meet operations in both the outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Comply with quality control through routine testing and cleaning to assure processing equipment and instruments function properly; manage non‑compliance and coordinate replacements and service.
• Inspect and verify instruments and equipment function properly; submit work orders for equipment and maintenance, repair, or replacement, and remove defective equipment from service.
• Perform quality assurance monitoring for all sterilized products before instrumentation is released for patient care; make decisions for release based on industry standards.
• Participate in maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards; produce productivity reports.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area; communicate appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of medical supplies, instruments and equipment; basic medical terminology and anatomy.
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills; customer service concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of and use of manufacturer instructions for cleaning, decontamination, and sterilizing medical equipment and surgical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of safety precautions/procedures for operating vehicles, equipment while transporting bio‑hazardous materials.
• Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Skill in using analytical and research skills to solve problems and make informed decisions; skill in adapting to changing situations.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.
• Skill in operating a personal computer using a variety of applications.

Additional Qualifications for St. Processing Technician II and III

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements as defined by Hospital Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), ANSI/AAMI ST79 for CRCST, and ANSI/AAMI ST58, ST91 for CER.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of various types of sterilization materials and equipment; knowledge of the case cart system.

Minimum Education Qualification

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications

• Sterile Processing Technician I: Non‑supervisory – None required; experience and/or relevant certification preferred.
• Sterile Processing Technician II: Non‑supervisory – Two (2) years of sterile processing and certification as CRCST or CER; or minimum of four (4) years of experience as a sterile processing technician.
• Sterile Processing Technician III: Non‑supervisory – Four (4) years experience as a sterile processing technician and certification as CRCST, CIS, CER (must have two certifications); or minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a sterile processing technician.

Benefits Package

• Medical insurance through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost‑share dental and vision insurances.
• Discounted pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions with pre‑tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC retirement plan with matching contributions up to 5% of eligible pay and potential discretionary contributions up to 3%.
• Paid time off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, accruals increasing with years of service.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment.
• Basic short/long‑term disability premiums; accidental death and dismemberment insurance; basic life insurance 100% covered by ANTHC with optional additional coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Ancillary cash benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On‑site child care facility with preschool and early child development classrooms.
• Employee assistance program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition discounts at Alaska Pacific University for employees and eligible dependents.
• On‑site training courses and professional development opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Emergency travel assistance.
• Education assistance or education leave eligibility.
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93‑638 Indian Self‑Determination Act.