STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN - STERILE PROCESSING

Surgery Partners Brand; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities and training

401K retirement plan

Discounts for employees

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospital in Idaho seeks a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Tech to join our team. Under the Sterile Processing Manager, you ensure proper care and maintenance for surgical instruments, equipment and sterilization processes, supporting safe patient care.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, ability to obtain CPR within 60 days, strong English communication, and the willingness to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain CPR certification within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.
• Previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper care and maintenance for all surgical instrumentation, equipment and sterilization processes.
• Assist with room turnover and retrieving supplies for the surgical staff.
• Able to work under pressure with patience, tact, stamina and endurance.

Skills

CPR certification

Teamwork

English communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Tech to join our Team!

Under the supervision of Sterile Processing Manager, the Sterile Processing Tech ensures proper care and maintenance for all surgical instrumentation, equipment and sterilization processes. Demonstrates good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic technique. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment, instruments, needles, procedures and supplies used in the operating room. Assists with room turnover, retrieving of supplies for the surgical staff, and other duties as assigned. Able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina and endurance.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to achieve CPR certification within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.
• Previous experience is preferred.

About Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such assporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**