Sterile Processing Technician, Lead, Nights, $10K Sign-on Bonus

University of Maryland Medical System; Riderwood (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution as a Sterile Processing Technician, responsible for preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment. Contribute to a collaborative environment while ensuring high standards of cleanliness and functionality in a recognized community hospital.

Qualifications

• Sterile Processing Technician certification or CRCST required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize equipment and instruments.
• Manage staff and inventory in the sterile processing department.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical degree

Job description

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Company Description
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re joining more than just a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore campus. You’ll embark on a professional journey that encourages growth, values teamwork, and prioritizes convenience and flexibility. Our healthcare professionals contribute to a nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been rated 'A' by The Leapfrog Group and ranked #3 in Maryland by U.S. News & World Report, making it the highest-ranking community hospital in the state. We are also recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Note: Current UMMS team members are not eligible for sign-on bonuses if accepting a new position within the organization.

Job Description

Responsible for preparing and sterilizing equipment and instruments, tracking them accurately and promptly. This role includes preparing operating room case carts, sterile trays, and supplies across hospital departments. Provides leadership in the absence of management and performs administrative duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Staff & Inventory Management: Foster a motivating environment, develop collaborative relationships, and help manage work schedules. Contribute to onboarding and evaluate staff performance. Maintain stock levels and proper storage within the sterile processing department.
2. Sterile Processing Clinical Duties: Prepare instrumentation, verify sterilization, decontaminate and reprocess equipment, check for cleanliness and functionality, and document sterilization processes. Prepare case carts based on surgical needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Sterile Processing Technician certification or CRCST

Preferred Qualifications: Vocational/Technical degree

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $22.04-$27.97

Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide for additional benefits.

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