Sterile Processing Technician Level I Evenings

University Hospitals; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for the decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of reusable patient care equipment, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. You will work closely with the operating room team, contributing to patient care and operational efficiency. This position offers a competitive sign-on bonus for certified candidates and a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus for certified applicants

$3,000 sign-on bonus for non-certified applicants with experience

Qualifications

• High School Equivalent / GED is required, preferred graduate of a Sterile Processing program.
• Must become certified within two years if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, decontaminate, and sterilize reusable patient care equipment.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients and co-workers.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Attention to details

Knowledge of sterilization methods

Education

High School Equivalent / GED

Graduate of a Sterile Processing program

Job description

Job Description - Sterile Processing Technician Level I Evenings (250003KW)

$5,000 sign-on bonus if you are an external applicant and certified in sterile processing. $3,000 sign-on bonus for an external applicant that is non-certified but has a minimum of 6 months experience.

A Brief Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.

What You Will Do

• Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies
• Participates as a productive member of the O.R. processing team
• Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers
• Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
• Graduate of a Sterile Processing program (Preferred)

Work Experience

• Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and assembly, inventory or distribution experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic medical terminology (Preferred proficiency)
• Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. (Required proficiency)
• Attention to details. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Effective January 1, 2019 - all non-certified Sterile Processing Technicians system wide will have two years to become certified through CBSPD or IAHCSMM and must maintain certification thereafter. (Required)