Sterile Processing Technician - Non Certified - Sterile Proc

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Total Rewards Program

Be Well program

Be Balanced

Be Secured

Be Rewarded

Be Supported

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a Sterile Processing Aide to perform duties including processing specialty instruments and implants and supporting Supervisors and Tech IIs in orientation and training.

This full-time night position requires a high school diploma or GED, provisional certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician, and completion of 400 hands-on hours within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have provisional certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (have passed the certification exam and able to produce provisional certification).
• Must complete the 400 hours of hands‑on experience within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to perform all duties of Sterile Processing Aide, process specialty instruments and implants as well as assist Supervisors and Sterile Processing Tech IIs in the orientation and training of Sterile Processing Aides and Trainees.

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Night
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Hours:11:00p - 7:30a, every fourth weekend, 1 holiday per year

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to perform all duties of Sterile Processing Aide, process specialty instruments and implants as well as assist Supervisors and Sterile Processing Tech IIs in the orientation and training of Sterile Processing Aides and Trainees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have provisional certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (have passed the certification exam and able to produce provisional certification).
• Must complete the 400 hours of hands‑on experience within 6 months of employment.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four‑time Magnet‑designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.