Technician-Sterile Processing

Ascension Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the quality and safety of surgical instruments. This role involves inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing instruments while adhering to strict protocols. With a commitment to community service and employee well-being, this organization offers a supportive environment for career growth. Join a team that values your contributions and provides opportunities for personal and professional development in a rewarding healthcare career.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 1 year of job-specific experience or equivalent education required.
• Certification in Sterile Processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate surgical instruments for quality and cleanliness.
• Operate sterilization equipment and perform decontamination processes.
• Maintain inventory levels for surgical supplies.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Manual Dexterity

Knowledge of Sterilization Methods

Quality Assurance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Central Service Tech Certification

Job description

**Details**

+ **Sign on bonus available**

+ **Department: Sterile Process**

+ **Schedule:Rotating: 0600-1430, 1400-2230, 2200-0630 based on preference and need at time of hire.**

+ **Hospital: Seton Main, 38th St**

+ **Location: Austin, TX**

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determine need for repair/replacement, validate completeness of set, and facilitate effective sterilization.

+ Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.

+ Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.

+ Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.

+ Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.

+ Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association preferred.

+ Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) preferred.

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**

Relevant training or certification, strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, the ability to follow strict sterilization procedures, knowledge of various sterilization methods, and the capability to inspect and properly clean medical instruments and equipment to ensure patient safety; key responsibilities include assembling and packaging sterile supplies, tracking inventory, recording sterilization test results, and maintaining a clean and sterile work environment.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. Ascension Seton operates more than 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp\_10\_20.pdf) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

**This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.**