Technician Certified Sterile Processing

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Cedar Park Medical Center in Cedar Park, TX is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments to ensure cleanliness and proper function.

The role requires CBSPD or HSPA credentials, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 2+ years in sterile processing. Schedule is Monday-Friday 10am-6pm with on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• 1+ year minimum experience in sterile processing is preferred.
• CREDENTIALS: CBSPD or HSPA certification required prior to hire.
• High School diploma or equivalent or relevant experience accepted.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday 10am–6pm, with on-call requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment and containers for cleanliness and function.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments and containers per IFUs and protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets per current standards and tracking systems.
• Maintains inventory levels to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs quality assurance audits of peers.

Skills

Sterile Processing experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CBSPD Sterile Processing credential

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association credential

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Cedar Park, TX

• Facility: Cedar Park Medical Center

• Specialty: Sterile Processing

• Schedule: Day | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• 2+ years experience in sterile processing
• Monday-Friday 10am-6:00pm, plus call requirements

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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