Sterile Processing Technician - St Francis Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Petersburg (VA); 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 team. This full-time role involves ensuring the cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and patient care equipment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of infection control and safety, working under general supervision to perform essential decontamination functions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence. Join a compassionate organization that values teamwork and professional growth, while making a significant impact on patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification in sterile processing required within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, assemble, and process patient care equipment.
• Perform quality control aspects of sterile processing.
• Identify and resolve infection control issues.

Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Able to Work Independently

Able to work under pressure

Anticipate Needs

Communication

Computer skills

Critical Thinking

Infection Control

Professionalism

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Job description

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Evening Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm

Full Time - 40 hours/week

Bon Secours

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours 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. Bon Secours 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.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified, under general supervision, will inspect, clean, assemble, test, and process 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 Job Functions

1. Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Identifies and resolves infection control issues in and around transport of biological hazardous materials, including the use of universal precautions and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as sterile product identification.
8. Demonstrates knowledge of the operation and testing of washers and/or disinfectors, steam, and hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilizers, and other facility specific equipment and instrumentation.
9. Identifies surgical instrumentation by surgical specialty: General, Gynecological, Robotic, ENT, Orthopedics, Neurological, Vascular, Obstetrical, Urological, etcetera. Including functionality testing, assembly and disassembly as required according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
10. Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

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)

For RSFH certification timeline not required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Work Experience

Recent experience in surgical setting (preferred)

Training

EPIC (preferred)

Skills

1. Ability to Follow Instructions
2. Able to Work Independently
3. Able to work under pressure
4. Anticipate Needs
5. Communication
6. Communication with multi-levels
7. Computer skills
8. Critical Thinking
9. HIPAA
10. Infection Control
11. Move with a sense of urgency
12. Possess Surgical Conscience
13. Professionalism
14. Self-Directed
15. Takes Direction
16. Teamwork

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

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 Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, 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]