Sterile Processing Technician - Lourdes Hospital

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

Referral bonuses

403(b) matching

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician at Lourdes Hospital to decontaminate, assemble, test and package surgical instruments according to policy and regulatory standards. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to infection control and HIPAA guidelines, and ability to work with surgical teams in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and certification within 2 years of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• CRCST/HSPA/CBSPD certification required within 2 years after hire.
• Recent experience in surgical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and process surgical equipment per policy.
• Use detergents and disinfectants following safety protocols.
• Inventory, stock, and deliver supplies; rotate/label stock.
• Track instruments and schedules using IT systems; QA focus.
• Operate sterilizers and ensure aseptic packaging.
• Document activities and report variances affecting safety.

Skills

Follow Instructions

Independence

Work Under Pressure

Anticipate Needs

Communication

Multi-level Communication

Computer Skills

Critical Thinking

HIPAA

Infection Control

Sense of Urgency

Surgical Conscience

Professionalism

Self-Directed

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Tools

EPIC (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Sterile Processing Technician – Lourdes Hospital

Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified, under general supervision, will inspect, clean, assemble, test, and processes patient care equipment, supplies, and instruments according to established policies and procedures and according to manufacturer's instructions for use. They will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice. Primary duties may vary depending on area assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.

• Applies proper knowledge of various detergents and chemical disinfectants for use in the decontamination and removal of blood, bone, and other body tissues from contaminated surgical equipment. Adheres to standard precautions while performing cleaning and sterilization duties.
• Inventories, stocks, and delivers supplies, carts, equipment to all facility areas as indicated per facility guidelines. Orders, restocks, labels, and maintains proper inventory levels. Rotates stock, inspecting for outdates per market requirements.
• Performs and documents quality control aspects of sterile processing using various information technology systems focusing on instrument tracking, surgery schedules, surgeon preference cards, supply ordering and management. Accurately maintains comprehensive quality assurance standards related to sterilization and infection control.
• Operates and understands various sterilizers and sterilizing techniques required to produce sterile packages for use in the surgical setting keeping package assembly aseptic protocols in mind. Monitors sterilization regularly ensuring quality assurance through chemical and biological indicators and integrators.
• Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• One of the following is required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (certification required within 2 years after hired) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (certified required within 2 years after hire) (required)

Experience:

• Recent experience in surgical setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to Follow Instructions
• Able to Work Independently
• Able to work under pressure
• Anticipate Needs
• Communication
• Communication with multi-levels
• Computer skills
• Critical Thinking
• HIPAA
• Infection Control
• Move with a sense of urgency
• Possess Surgical Conscience
• Professionalism
• Self-Directed
• Takes Direction
• Teamwork

Training:

• EPIC (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affi… please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]