Sterile Processing Technician II - University Hospital

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician II to join their team. This role is essential for ensuring the cleanliness and availability of medical instruments and equipment, directly impacting patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sterile processing, hold relevant certifications, and possess the skills to train and orient staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community while upholding the organization's values of Purpose, Excellence, Compassion, and Teamwork. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Active CRCST/CSPDT/CFER certification required.
• Requires 18 CE credits annually in technical CS field.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, and distributes medical equipment.
• Provides orientation and training to Sterile Processing Staff.

Skills

Sterile Processing

CRCST Certification

CSPDT Certification

Endo Instrumentation Knowledge

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy helping others? Do you want to make a direct impact on the lives of our patients but don’t want to do hands on care? If you have experience in Sterile Processing, then this job could be for you!

Position Details:

• Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician II
• Company: IU Health
• Department: Sterile Processing
• Location: University Hospital
• Schedule: Full Time, open shifts will be discussed during interview process. Please have interest and be available to work all shifts.
  • Day - 7:00am - 3:30pm
  • Evening - 3:00pm - 11:30pm
  • Night - 11:00pm - 7:30am

This is a unique opportunity that will have a direct impact on our organization’s success and supports our vision of making Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. We hope this inspires you to apply and begin living our IU Health Values – Purpose, Excellence, Compassion and Team – every day.

What You Will Do:

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

Candidates will only be considered who have an active CRCST/CSPDT/CFER national certificate or are a Certified Surgical Technologist. No provisional certifications will be accepted.

What You Will Need:

•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.