Sterile Processing Technician-Surgical Services-(64 hours per pay period)

Mille Lacs Health System; Onamia (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Minnesota seeks a sterile processing technician to perform decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in the field, and possess strong attention to detail. This position offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile processing and distribution.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and frequently walk.
• Clear background check and proof of up-to-date immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment for decontamination.
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizing and preparing equipment for medical procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Vigilance

Manual dexterity

Technical skills

Critical-thinking skills

Teamwork orientation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification in sterile processing and distribution

Job description

Summary

A sterile processing technician performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, installing, assembling, packaging, storing and distributing reusable surgical and procedural instruments and healthcare equipment required for surgeries, examinations, and medical procedures. The sterile processing technician ensures equipment, instruments, and supplies can be reused safely to prevent infections. Performing other assigned duties as required.

Job Duties

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
• Monitoring biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency.
• Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
• Assist with maintaining established policies and procedures for quality improvement, safety, as well as environmental and infection control standards.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee will comply with all Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules. All will be expected to report unsafe conditions to a member of management.

Required Education and Experience

• A High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in sterile processing and distribution.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
• Passion for keeping people safe.
• Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment.
• Technical skills and familiarity with sterilization techniques.
• The ability to work well in a team or independently.
• A clear background check and proof of up-to-date immunizations (meet MLHS policy).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Certification in sterile processing and distribution

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Frequently walking
• Frequently reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive).
• Ability to lift/push/pull greater than 75 pounds.
• Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills
• Service Focus
• Ethical Conduct
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Teamwork Orientation
• Technical Capacity
• Time Management
• Quality and Safety focused

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Monday through Friday, 8 hour shifts, times vary between 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and call as scheduled. (Currently no call, potential for future call)

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Company Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement, Discounts and Scholarships Programs
• Retirement Plans
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program
• Service and Pharmacy Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Holiday Pay