Sterile Processing Technician II

Indiana University Health; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks a Sterile Processing Tech II in Avon, Indiana. Responsibilities include cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment, providing training to staff and ensuring compliance with hospital policies.

A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with national certification (CRCST/CSPDT/CFER). The candidate should be knowledgeable about sterilization processes, capable of serving as a preceptor, and have basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Requires national certification as CRCST/CSPDT/CFER or Certified Surgical Technologist.
• Requires 18 CE credits annually focused on CS technical nature.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean, wrap, sterilize, store and distribute medical equipment.
• Provide orientation and training to Sterile Processing Staff.
• Facilitate daily functions in accordance with policies and guidelines.

Skills

Advanced knowledge in Sterile Processing

Ability to serve as a preceptor

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST/CSPDT/CFER national certification

Job description

Overview

Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes used in patient care. Provides orientation and training to the Sterile Processing Staff. Utilizes advanced knowledge and skills to facilitate daily functions of the area in accordance with hospital and departmental policies, work instructions and guidelines.

High School Diploma or GED required.

• Requires CRCST/CSPDT/CFER national certification or Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.
• Requires 18 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature.
• Requires demonstration of advanced knowledge and skills identified as necessary to function as a Tech II.
• Requires the ability to serve as a preceptor for Sterile Processing.
• Requires successful completion of Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or completion of 4 precepting eLMS modules and/or facility based preceptor training.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of Endo instrumentation function and maintenance is preferred.
• Requires some relevant experience in a healthcare environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.