Sterile Processing Technician- Sterile Processing- Full Time (2:30pm- 11:00pm)

Elliot Health System; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliot Health System in Manchester, NH is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Tech responsible for managing surgical instruments used in the operating room. This role includes maintaining accurate documentation of instrument trays, sterilizing equipment, and assisting with daily department operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience as a Certified Sterile Processor. Certification as an instrument Tech is preferred. This position operates on a schedule of 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) plus years of experience as a Certified Sterile Processor.
• Certification as an instrument Tech is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure surgical instrumentation is ready for operations.
• Maintain inventory of trays and equipment.
• Assists manager in daily operations.
• Provide training to new hires.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Sterilization techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician

Tools

Steam sterilizers

Gas sterilizers

Washer disinfectors

Computer data management

Job description

Who We Are:

Equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and a highly skilled team, Elliot Hospital's SPU provides high-quality services that are vital for delivering safe patient care. The SPU utilizes advanced sterilization techniques designed to eliminate hazardous bacteria and viruses, while ensuring the highest standards of safety and cleanliness. Our team is also committed to providing prompt and efficient service, delivering equipment as quickly as possible in order to minimize any disruption in patient care. With our rigorous procedures and quality assurance measures, Elliot Hospital can guarantee that all medical instruments are processed with the utmost precision and quality before being used. We strive to make sure our patients receive the highest level of care possible and are always committed to providing a safe and healthy environment.

About the Job:

The Lead Sterile Processing Tech is the individual who is primarily responsible for all surgical instrument used in the operating room. Accurate documentation of all instrument trays must be kept and updated daily. This individual will also assist the manager with the daily operation of the Sterile Processing Department.

What You’ll Do:

• Makes sure all surgical instrumentation is ready with operating room crew. Must work with multiple sales reps.
• Maintains precise inventory of in-house, borrowed, and consigned trays.
• In-services employees when new products arrive.
• Answers staff instrumentation questions.
• Provides Sterile Processing personnel resources.
• Decontaminates, prepares, and sterilizes equipment and supplies per Elliot Hospital and infection control rules.
• Steam and gas sterilizers, washer disinfectors, and cart washers are operated.
• Troubleshoots equipment. Follows documentation procedure. Notifies manager.
• Orient and train new hires.
• Uses computer data as needed.

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) plus years of experience as a Certified Sterile Processor.
• Must be Certified Sterile Processing Technician. Certification as an instrument Tech is preferred.

Work Schedule:

2:30 pm- 11:00 pm