Sterile Processing Technician (Non-Certified)

Avera Health; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Health is seeking a Sterile Processing professional at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, SD. The role involves decontamination, sterilization, and instrument processing to support physicians, OR staff, and nurses.

Varied shifts with day- and evening-time coverage and on-call components; strong teamwork and adherence to safety and QA standards are required for patient safety and efficient operating room readiness.

Qualifications

• Performs decontamination and sterilization according to Infection Control guidelines.
• Operates multiple sterilization devices and equipment.
• Uses computers/PDAs to access information and track instruments.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization per QA guidelines.
• Operates steam, ETO, and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers and related equipment.
• Ensures safety by following manufacturer directions and competency requirements.
• Documents activity and communicates with supervisors and colleagues.
• Answers phones and assists customers in a professional manner.

Skills

Decontamination

Sterilization procedures

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Steam sterilizer

ETO sterilizer

Hydrogen peroxide sterilizer

Ultrasonic cleaner

Washer/sterilizer

PDA

Job description

Location:Avera Sacred Heart HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$18.00 - $22.00Position HighlightsVaried Shifts, will work some of each: 6:30am-3pm, 7:30am-4pm, 8:30am-5pm, 9:30am-6pm & 10:30am-7pm.You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewPerforms decontamination and sterilization procedures according to Infection Control and QA guidelines. Provides the physicians, OR staff, and nurses with products safe for patient use on a routine basis or as emergency needs demand.What you will doPerforms decontamination, assembly and sterilization, according to Infection Control and established QA monitoring guidelines as demonstrated by annual competency review.Operates sterilization equipment which includes: steam, ETO, and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaner, washer/sterilizer, and automated cart washer.Operates equipment according to manufacturer operational directions and in a manner that ensures the safety of the operator as demonstrated by annual competency review.Utilizes computer to access information; communication with manager, supervisors and co-workers.Reports broken and malfunctioning instruments and equipment to the supervisor or manager.Utilizes desktop and laptop computers and handheld PDA for instrument decontamination, assembly and tracking functions.Answers phones and meets customer’s needs in a professional manner.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].